Antwerp Cathedral

Antwerp Cathedral with Brabo Fountain

Antwerp Cathedral is the largest Gothic building in the Low Countries. The fountain on Grote Markt is of Brabo throwing the hand of the giant – it hints at the myth that the name of Antwerpen comes from throwing a hand.

Belgium, Antwerp, Brabo

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Henk Bekker is a European travel writer specializing in transportation, cultural destinations, and practical travel advice for visitors to Europe. His work focuses on clear, up-to-date guides that simplify complex travel systems such as public transportation, tickets, and routes.