Since the end of May 2021, the new district office has been located in Harmoniepark. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the history of this neighbourhood, formerly known as the \u201cGerman quarter\u201d.<\/p>\n
Although it was not the largest foreign community, the \u2018German colony\u2019 in Antwerp was undoubtedly the most visible around 1900.
\nIt was from 1863 onwards, with the abolition of customs duties on the Scheldt, supported at international level, that the largest influx was recorded.
\nGerman families not only settled in Antwerp, but nowhere else was integration into Belgian life as strong as here.
\nThe families integrated into cultural life, promoted sport through new infrastructure and were heavily involved in charitable work.
\nIn Antwerp, a German could flourish in all areas of their own culture.
\nWealthy merchants and entrepreneurs were the driving force behind this network.
\nThis guided tour tells the story of these wealthy families who settled around the Harmony Park.
\nAs part of German Language Week, this guided tour is accompanied by a German-speaking guide.<\/p>\n