The renovated Het Steen in Antwerp is an attractive location for your meeting or event all year round. Especially in summer, the city’s oldest building and the city itself have a lot to offer. Come to Antwerp and make your participants happy with a summer meeting.
Location, location, location
Rule number one in real estate also applies to a meeting in Het Steen: an unrivalled location is invaluable. You are in a recently renovated castle, the first stones of which were laid as early as the 11th century. Its stunning location on the wide Scheldt river provides fantastic views, ideal to enjoy during a break. The fresh Scheldt breeze will do wonders for your inspiration and creativity. Heatwave in the country? By the water, it’s always a bit cooler.
Relax in summer bar Offline
A meeting without coffee? There’s no such thing. Whatever room you book in Het Steen, we are happy to provide hot and cold drinks. This summer we have something extra to offer, because in July and August Bar Offline will occupy the courtyard and the front of Het Steen. As the name of this summer bar suggests, the operators want to encourage you to disconnect from the digital for a while and fully relax and enjoy new experiences. So feel free to leave your smartphone in the meeting room and disconnect with a delicious cappuccino or flat white.
Visit an attraction during your break
Did you know that Het Steen also has an attraction inside? The Antwerp Story is an experience trail through 11 rooms that introduces you to the history and highlights of Antwerp. Along the way, you will discover, among other things, models, a 360° projection and a special hologram. You will also find out what the different Antwerp districts have to offer. A fun and educational experience for the participants of your meeting, and you don’t have to travel. Handy, isn’t it?
Cruise terminal
Antwerp is a popular mooring for sea and river cruises, especially in the summer months. And unique too, as cruise passengers walk from the cruise terminal in Het Steen to the historic centre in just a few minutes. Is there a ship docked during your event? Enjoy the hustle and bustle in and around Het Steen and take photos of the often beautiful ships. If no ship is expected, you can hire the cruise terminal as an event location. Its assets? An open hull space, lots of possibilities in terms of atmosphere and setting and a capacity of up to 300 people.
Antwerp Summer
The Summer of Antwerp traditionally guarantees two months of culture at surprising locations in the city. The giants of Royal de Luxe come to Antwerp again, you can enjoy performances during Music in the District, there are numerous circus and theatre performances and on the Eilandje there is Cinema Urbana with top films in the open air. Combine a meeting in Het Steen with an Antwerp Summer activity? A formula for success!
A sultry summer evening: perfect time for a meeting
Does the idea of a meeting on a summer evening sound strange to you? Yet it has many advantages: it is light longer in summer, the evenings are often cooler and your participants are often in a happy holiday mood. The meeting rooms in Het Steen have everything you need for a successful meeting or event on a beautiful summer evening. In the evening, for example, you can hire The Antwerp Story’s lounge area. Thanks to the presence of tables, stools and chairs, this 230 m² space is a perfect location, especially as you enjoy a beautiful view over the Scheldt, Left Bank and the city centre.
Walking, cycling, boating…
Combine your meeting with an active visit to Antwerp? Het Steen is an excellent location for that too, as the building is the starting point for many guided walks in the city. On Experience Antwerp you will find no fewer than 80 different possibilities. Cycling is also an option, on your own or with a guide. How about a tour with a TukTuk? Or a game of Citygolf? Het Steen is also the mooring location for the water bus, which takes you up and down the Scheldt. Wonderfully refreshing on a hot summer day.
As you can see, Het Steen in Antwerp has everything you need for a successful and fun event. Fancy a summer meeting in Het Steen? Discover all meeting and event rooms and facilities here.
Would you like to discuss the possibilities straight away and request a quote? Mail us at Bert.Kuypers@antwerpen.be. We will ensure a quick reply and are already looking forward to seeing you.
Meetings in a historic castle in Antwerp city center – Het Steen
