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2026 | Antwerp’s open-water swimming zone at MAS returns this weekend with upgrades and flexible opening hours
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2026 | Antwerp’s open-water swimming zone at MAS returns this weekend with upgrades and flexible opening hours

Antwerp’s popular open-water swimming zone, ’t ZwemDok, will reopen this weekend at the Bonapartedok beside the … 2026 | Antwerp’s open-water swimming zone at MAS returns this weekend with upgrades and flexible opening hoursRead more

by Timothy•11 June 202611 June 2026•1
Brussels-Capital Region to ban shared e-scooters from 2027 amid safety and crime concerns
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Brussels-Capital Region to ban shared e-scooters from 2027 amid safety and crime concerns

The government of the Brussels-Capital Region has decided to ban shared e-scooters from the region from … Brussels-Capital Region to ban shared e-scooters from 2027 amid safety and crime concernsRead more

by Timothy•11 June 202611 June 2026•7
Single buyers account for a growing share of Belgium’s property market
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Single buyers account for a growing share of Belgium’s property market

Single buyers strengthened their position on Belgium’s housing market in 2025, accounting for 42% of all … Single buyers account for a growing share of Belgium’s property marketRead more

by Timothy•11 June 202611 June 2026•16
Belgium’s population rises to 11.87 million as migration drives growth and ageing accelerates
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Belgium’s population rises to 11.87 million as migration drives growth and ageing accelerates

Belgium‘s population reached 11,867,634 on 1 January 2026, according to new figures from the Belgian statistics … Belgium’s population rises to 11.87 million as migration drives growth and ageing acceleratesRead more

by Timothy•10 June 202610 June 2026•15
City of Antwerp steps up efforts to make flat roofs more sustainable
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City of Antwerp steps up efforts to make flat roofs more sustainable

The City of Antwerp is intensifying its efforts to use flat roofs more intelligently, signing the … City of Antwerp steps up efforts to make flat roofs more sustainableRead more

by Timothy•9 June 20268 June 2026•1
ANTWERP | Concept design for Koningin Astridplein  / Queen Astrid Square approved
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ANTWERP | Concept design for Koningin Astridplein  / Queen Astrid Square approved

Antwerp’s city council has approved the concept design for the redevelopment of Koningin Astridplein or Queen … ANTWERP | Concept design for Koningin Astridplein  / Queen Astrid Square approvedRead more

by Timothy•4 June 20263 June 2026•13
ANTWERP | Future urban port: draft spatial implementation plan approved
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ANTWERP | Future urban port: draft spatial implementation plan approved

The Council of Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Antwerp has approved the draft spatial … ANTWERP | Future urban port: draft spatial implementation plan approvedRead more

by Timothy•3 June 20263 June 2026•4
Flanders tightens rules for short-term holiday rentals: stricter registration and enforcement
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Flanders tightens rules for short-term holiday rentals: stricter registration and enforcement

The Flemish Government has announced stricter rules for short-term holiday rentals, such as those listed on … Flanders tightens rules for short-term holiday rentals: stricter registration and enforcementRead more

by Timothy•1 June 20261 June 2026•1
Antwerp-Central Railway Station to host biweekly flea market in bid to revive Kievitgalerij
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Antwerp-Central Railway Station to host biweekly flea market in bid to revive Kievitgalerij

A biweekly flea market is set to launch in the Kievitgalerij at Antwerp-Central Railway Station, with … Antwerp-Central Railway Station to host biweekly flea market in bid to revive KievitgalerijRead more

by Timothy•30 May 202630 May 2026•2
Antwerp welcomes ‘Open Gardens’ on 30 and 31 May
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Antwerp welcomes ‘Open Gardens’ on 30 and 31 May

On Saturday 30 May and Sunday 31 May, everyone is invited to visit 25 inspiring gardens … Antwerp welcomes ‘Open Gardens’ on 30 and 31 MayRead more

by Timothy•28 May 202628 May 2026•0

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    Antwerp will once again become largely car-free on Sunday 20 September 2026, with the 24th edition of Car-Free Sunday featuring…

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