Antwerp: A Walking Tour Through Its History and the Spanish Fury

Embark on a walking tour through the heart of Antwerp and relive one of the darkest chapters in its history: the Spanish Fury of 1576. Discover iconic landmarks such as City Hall, the Grote Markt, the Cathedral, and Het Steen—all of which were the direct scenes of looting, fires, and violence.

Walk through the streets where Spanish soldiers wreaked havoc, causing thousands of deaths and forever altering the city’s destiny. Learn how this event marked the decline of Antwerp as a European power and left visible traces in its architecture and collective memory.

Accompanied by a local guide, explore the city through compelling historical narratives, little-known facts, and connections between the past and the present. A tour that helps you understand Antwerp through its deepest wound.