Antwerp is a city located in the northern part of Belgium and is the capital of the Flemish region of Belgium. It is the second largest city in the country with a population of over 500,000, and is the largest port in the country. Antwerp is situated on the River Scheldt, which connects the city to the North Sea.
Antwerp has a rich history that dates back to the 11th century when it was founded by the Germanic tribe of the Franks. Throughout the Middle Ages, Antwerp was an important trading port, and it later became a major center of the diamond industry. During the 16th century, Antwerp was a major center of the Protestant Reformation, and it was also an important center of commerce and culture.
Antwerp is known for its beautiful architecture, with many buildings from the Renaissance, Baroque and Art Nouveau periods still standing. The city also has a vibrant art scene, with several renowned art galleries and museums, such as the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, the Rubens House and the Museum Mayer van den Bergh.
Antwerp is also home to several important historical sites, including the Antwerp Cathedral, the Groenplaats and the Grote Markt. The city is also home to a number of festivals, including the Antwerp Summer Festival, the Antwerp Jazz Festival and the Antwerp World Fashion Center.
Antwerp is a vibrant city that is full of culture and history. It is a great place to visit for anyone who is looking for a city that offers a unique blend of culture, history and modernity.
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Antwerp, Belgium has a temperate maritime climate with mild summers and cool winters. In the spring, temperatures are mild and precipitation is frequent. In the summer, temperatures can reach into the high twenties Celsius, with occasional bouts of rain. In the autumn, temperatures cool down and rainfall increases. Winter temperatures can drop to below freezing and snowfall is common. Overall, Antwerp enjoys mild temperatures throughout the year, with moderate precipitation.
Our weather forecast for Antwerp helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Mar. 28th 2024 Mar. 28th 2024 | max: 12.8 °C min: 6.8 °C |
26.6 m/s 62.6 m/s |
76.6 % 22.3 m |
64.1 % 986 hPa |
06:26:06 19:09:36 |
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Mar. 29th 2024 Mar. 29th 2024 | max: 14.1 °C min: 7.5 °C |
25.2 m/s 61.2 m/s |
96.1 % 22.0 m |
68.8 % 993 hPa |
06:23:50 19:11:15 |
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Mar. 30th 2024 Mar. 30th 2024 | max: 10.8 °C min: 7.6 °C |
15.5 m/s 43.9 m/s |
87.7 % 23.7 m |
86.2 % 998 hPa |
06:21:35 19:12:55 |
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Mar. 31st 2024 Mar. 31st 2024 | max: 14.7 °C min: 5.8 °C |
13.7 m/s 36.0 m/s |
85.8 % 22.0 m |
80.3 % 999 hPa |
07:19:20 20:14:34 |
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Apr. 1st 2024 Apr. 1st 2024 | max: 12.6 °C min: 9.6 °C |
28.1 m/s 59.4 m/s |
91.4 % 16.8 m |
81.5 % 995 hPa |
07:17:06 20:16:14 |
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Apr. 2nd 2024 Apr. 2nd 2024 | max: 13.0 °C min: 7.2 °C |
33.5 m/s 55.8 m/s |
69.4 % 23.7 m |
75.9 % 1,002 hPa |
07:14:51 20:17:53 |
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Apr. 3rd 2024 Apr. 3rd 2024 | max: 9.1 °C min: 7.1 °C |
22.0 m/s 39.2 m/s |
99.8 % 18.4 m |
91.6 % 999 hPa |
07:12:37 20:19:32 |
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Apr. 4th 2024 Apr. 4th 2024 | max: 10.7 °C min: 5.3 °C |
18.7 m/s 31.1 m/s |
89.5 % 23.5 m |
78.0 % 1,012 hPa |
07:10:24 20:21:12 |
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Apr. 5th 2024 Apr. 5th 2024 | max: 14.3 °C min: 7.1 °C |
23.8 m/s 51.8 m/s |
100.0 % 21.9 m |
84.4 % 1,008 hPa |
07:08:10 20:22:51 |
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Apr. 6th 2024 Apr. 6th 2024 | max: 14.8 °C min: 10.3 °C |
25.2 m/s 58.3 m/s |
92.3 % 20.9 m |
85.7 % 996 hPa |
07:05:57 20:24:30 |
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Apr. 7th 2024 Apr. 7th 2024 | max: 12.6 °C min: 7.7 °C |
29.2 m/s 52.7 m/s |
53.7 % 23.6 m |
71.6 % 999 hPa |
07:03:45 20:26:09 |
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Apr. 8th 2024 Apr. 8th 2024 | max: 12.2 °C min: 4.9 °C |
27.7 m/s 49.0 m/s |
60.4 % 21.2 m |
68.2 % 1,003 hPa |
07:01:33 20:27:49 |
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Apr. 9th 2024 Apr. 9th 2024 | max: 8.1 °C min: 3.4 °C |
31.0 m/s 56.2 m/s |
89.9 % 14.7 m |
77.3 % 1,002 hPa |
06:59:21 20:29:28 |
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Apr. 10th 2024 Apr. 10th 2024 | max: 10.4 °C min: 5.4 °C |
31.0 m/s 55.8 m/s |
100.0 % 23.3 m |
69.5 % 1,015 hPa |
06:57:10 20:31:07 |
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Apr. 11th 2024 Apr. 11th 2024 | max: 12.4 °C min: 4.5 °C |
19.8 m/s 44.3 m/s |
31.5 % 24.1 m |
60.0 % 1,025 hPa |
06:55:00 20:32:46 |
Would you like to travel to Antwerp on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Antwerp.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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May 19th 2024 Sunday, 19th of May 2024 | Seabourn Ovation | 08:00 am | 05:30 pm | |
Jun. 20th 2024 Thursday, 20th of Jun. 2024 | MS Europa | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jun. 23rd 2024 Sunday, 23rd of Jun. 2024 | MS Hamburg | 02:00 pm | 09:00 pm | |
Jun. 25th 2024 Tuesday, 25th of Jun. 2024 | MS Marina | 10:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jun. 26th 2024 Wednesday, 26th of Jun. 2024 | MS Marina | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Jul. 2nd 2024 Tuesday, 2nd of Jul. 2024 | MS Hamburg | 07:30 am | 01:30 pm | |
Jul. 7th 2024 Sunday, 7th of Jul. 2024 | Seven Seas Mariner | 05:00 pm | 12:00 am | |
Jul. 8th 2024 Monday, 8th of Jul. 2024 | Seven Seas Mariner | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 11th 2024 Thursday, 11th of Jul. 2024 | Seven Seas Voyager | 07:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jul. 12th 2024 Friday, 12th of Jul. 2024 | Seven Seas Voyager | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 31st 2024 Wednesday, 31st of Jul. 2024 | MS Europa 2 | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Aug. 1st 2024 Thursday, 1st of Aug. 2024 | MS Europa 2 | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Aug. 8th 2024 Thursday, 8th of Aug. 2024 | Seven Seas Splendor | 10:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Aug. 9th 2024 Friday, 9th of Aug. 2024 | Seven Seas Splendor | 12:00 am | 12:00 pm | |
Sep. 1st 2024 Sunday, 1st of Sep. 2024 | Azamara Onward | 09:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Sep. 2nd 2024 Monday, 2nd of Sep. 2024 | Azamara Onward | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Oct. 16th 2024 Wednesday, 16th of Oct. 2024 | MS Sirena | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 7th 2025 Saturday, 7th of Jun. 2025 | Seven Seas Navigator | 02:00 pm | 12:00 am | |
Jun. 8th 2025 Sunday, 8th of Jun. 2025 | Seven Seas Navigator | 12:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
Jul. 9th 2025 Wednesday, 9th of Jul. 2025 | MS Europa 2 | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Jul. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Jul. 2025 | MS Vista | 10:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jul. 20th 2025 Sunday, 20th of Jul. 2025 | MS Vista | 12:00 am | 12:00 pm | |
Jul. 27th 2025 Sunday, 27th of Jul. 2025 | Seven Seas Voyager | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 14th 2025 Thursday, 14th of Aug. 2025 | Seven Seas Mariner | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Aug. 15th 2025 Friday, 15th of Aug. 2025 | Seven Seas Mariner | 12:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 27th 2025 Wednesday, 27th of Aug. 2025 | LE LAPEROUSE | 08:00 am | 06:30 pm | |
Sep. 21st 2025 Sunday, 21st of Sep. 2025 | MS Sirena | 09:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Sep. 22nd 2025 Monday, 22nd of Sep. 2025 | MS Sirena | 12:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Oct. 12th 2025 Sunday, 12th of Oct. 2025 | HANSEATIC nature | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
May 12th 2026 Tuesday, 12th of May 2026 | MS Europa 2 | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
May 13th 2026 Wednesday, 13th of May 2026 | MS Europa 2 | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
May 17th 2026 Sunday, 17th of May 2026 | Sea Dream II | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
May 21st 2026 Thursday, 21st of May 2026 | HANSEATIC spirit | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jun. 10th 2026 Wednesday, 10th of Jun. 2026 | MS Europa | 12:00 am | 12:00 am |
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