Discover the waterfront district of Het Eilandje in Antwerpen on a two-hour walk with Make Antwerp Great Again. Dive into the stories of dockworkers and jenever women as you take in the evolving urban scene beside the Scheldt River.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most activity levels with basic stamina for walking urban terrain
Wildlife
History
Het Eilandje was once the heart of Antwerp’s bustling port, inhabited by dockworkers and jenever vendors who shaped its unique local character.
Conservation
Efforts to revitalize the waterfront prioritize sustainable urban development with green spaces and preservation of historic structures.
Make Antwerp Great Again - City Tours
Discover the waterfront district of Het Eilandje in Antwerpen on a two-hour walk with Make Antwerp Great Again. Dive into the stories of dockworkers and jenever women as you take in the evolving urban scene beside the Scheldt River.
Make Antwerp Great Again - City Tours offers guided walking, biking, and electric scooter experiences in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest. Specializing in focused two-hour outings, the company highlights local history, architecture, and culture across neighborhoods such as the Jewish quarter, Centraal Station, Het Eilandje, the MAS, and the Schipperskwartier. Each trip follows a clear route with commentary drawn from historical records and visible landmarks.
Tours include a two-hour walk through the Jewish quarter exploring Antwerp’s diamond legacy; a Centraal Station tour that examines the station, surrounding zoo architecture, and renovated underground platforms; and a Schipperskwartier route featuring Madame Jamar and local anecdotes, finishing at the Eilandje. Active options use sustainable transport: wooden COCO-MAT.bike rides and electric scooter (e-step) excursions that visit highlights like the MAS, Eilandje, and the diamond district.
Booking information and trip durations are presented per experience. The operator emphasizes eco-conscious choices by using handcrafted wooden Cocomat bicycles on several tours and notes a tree-planting initiative tied to cycling distance for select bike products. Group sizes, accessibility, and exact meeting points vary by tour and are available during reservation.
Make Antwerp Great Again - City Tours appears on The Adventure Collective and lists each experience with clear summaries, locations, and durations. The company provides a consistent program of city-focused activities suitable for visitors seeking historically grounded, transport-varied ways to discover Antwerp. Detailed booking, accessibility options, safety guidelines, and up-to-date schedules are published per tour listing, enabling informed planning for visitors with varied interests and mobility needs.
Location
Antwerpen
Tours across the city
Typical Duration
2 hours
Most tours last two hours
Eco Options
Wooden bikes & e-steps
Sustainable bike and scooter tours
Tours Offered
10 tours
Walking, bike, and e-step experiences
Find and reserve a two-hour walking, wooden bike, or e-step tour listed on The Adventure Collective today.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The route covers paved waterfront paths and urban streets, so sturdy footwear will keep you comfortable throughout the two hours.
Bring a camera
From the striking MAS building to waterfront views and historic facades, there are plenty of photo ops along the route.
Check the weather before you go
Waterfront winds can be brisk; dress in layers and bring a windbreaker if conditions look changeable.
Arrive early during weekends
The neighborhood can get busy, especially near the MAS and local cafes, so starting early helps avoid crowds.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support and comfort for paved and urban paths during the two-hour walk.
Layered clothing
Protects against fluctuating temperatures and wind near the waterfront.
spring|fall|winter
Windbreaker or waterproof jacket
Helps stay dry and shielded from waterfront winds and occasional rain.
spring|fall|winter
Camera or smartphone
For capturing architectural highlights, waterfront views, and urban details along the route.