How to get there

Get there by plane

If you are flying to the Academy, get to Brussels Airport (BRU). The country’s main airport is just one train ride from Antwerp-Centraal, with regular trains every hour.

Sustainable travel tips for flying:

• Carbon offset programmes: Many airlines offer carbon offset programmes that allow you to offset the emissions from your flight.
• Choose direct flights: They have a smaller carbon footprint than connecting flights.
• Fly with airlines with eco initiatives: Some airlines implement more sustainable practices, such as reducing plastic use or using more fuel-efficient aircraft.

Get there by train

The main train station, Antwerpen-Centraal, is centrally located next to the Zoo, just a short walk from the city centre. This station is a hub for domestic and international rail services, including high-speed trains.

Getting to Antwerpen-Centraal by Train:

• Domestic connections: Antwerp is well connected to other Belgian cities, such as Brussels and Ghent, via IC trains.
• International Connections: Direct trains run from several European cities, including Amsterdam, Paris, London, and Cologne. International trains generally arrive at Antwerpen-Centraal, offering an eco-friendly way to cross borders.

Getting from the train station to the venue:

• Bus: A public bus connects the main train station directly to the venue. You can jump on bus 40 (Oostmalle De Wissel) and get off at the Dennenlaan stop and walk 8 minutes to reach the venue. The ride takes about 1 hour 4 minutes.
  

Get there by bus

Rooseveltplaats is located 400m from Antwerpen-Centraal train station. It serves as the primary hub for both domestic and international bus services. Many buses from European countries and cities across Belgium arrive at this station.

Sustainable travel tips for buses:

• Choose modern, eco-friendly buses: Many long-distance bus companies (such as FlixBus) are investing in low-emission or hybrid buses.
• Carpooling buses: Some bus companies offer shared transport options that reduce the environmental impact of individual travel.

Getting to Antwerp by bus:

• Domestic connections: Rooseveltplaats is well-connected to cities like Brussels via FlixBus.
• International connections: Direct buses from cities such as Berlin, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, London, and Warsaw also arrive at this station. These buses are often affordable and environmentally friendly, especially for short distances compared to air travel.

Getting from the bus station to the venue:

• Bus: A public bus connects the main bus station directly to the venue. You can jump on bus 40 (Oostmalle De Wissel) and get off at the Dennenlaan stop and walk 8 minutes to reach the venue. The ride takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes.
  

Getting around Antwerp:

Antwerp has a well-developed public transport system, mainly trams and buses operated by De Lijn. The city also has an extensive network of shared bikes, making it easy to explore Antwerp while keeping your environmental impact low.

• Trams: Antwerp’s tram network is extensive and connects the city centre with surrounding neighbourhoods. It includes both street-level trams and premetro lines, which run through underground sections of the city. Trams are an efficient and sustainable way to get around Antwerp.
• Buses: De Lijn operates a wide bus network across Antwerp and the surrounding region. Buses complement the tram network and connect areas that are not directly served by trams. The fleet increasingly includes electric and more environmentally friendly buses.
• Bike-sharing: Antwerp has Velo Antwerpen, a public bike-sharing system with hundreds of stations throughout the city. It is a convenient option for short journeys and a great way to explore Antwerp by bike.