This is my favorite place to go to – to escape the city quick – in nature. I love the Braem Pavillion a lot – built by Antwerp architect Renaat Braem in 1969.

Open air sculpture museum with an impressive collection of sculptures and trees. Entrance to the park is free of charge, but they have a café and a small book shop if you do want to keep your money moving.

A small but beautiful botanical garden in the heart of Antwerp. Especially interesting if you are into cacti.

No they do not serve schnitzel, it’s next to  Veranda one of the best low key gems in Antwerp... Creative clever dishes, without too much hocus pocus. Natural wines.

A beautiful concept store with new and vintage items. You can also have lunch here and a nice cup of coffee.