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Sint-Carolus Borromeuskerk

Address: Hendrik Conscienceplein 12, Oude Stad, Antwerp
Phone: 03/231-3751

Category: Religious Sites
Location: Oude Stad

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Fodor's Review:

Like so much of Antwerp, the Jesuit St. Charles Borromeo Church bears the imprint of Rubens. The front and tower are generally attributed to him, and his hand can certainly be seen in the clustered cherubim above the entrance. The church's facade suggests a richly decorated high altar, inviting the observer inside. The interior was once magnificent, but most of Rubens's frescoes were destroyed by fire, and other works were carted off to Vienna when the Austrians banned the Jesuits in the 18th century. The square is one of the most attractive in Antwerp, flanked by the harmonious Renaissance buildings of the Jesuit convent, now occupied by the City Library. Ask to see their lace collection (EUR 1.50).

Cost: Free
Open: Mon.-Sat. 10-12:30 and 2-5, Sun. mass
Metro: Tram 10 or 11

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