🇧🇪 Antwerp | Europe's Most Underrated Gem City 💎

💠 Antwerp - The Low-Key Fashion Capital You Can't Miss! Nestled at the crossroads of France, Netherlands and Germany (just 2hrs from Paris by train 🚆), this diamond of a city makes the perfect 1-2 day European stopover. Compact yet dazzling, Antwerp blends avant-garde fashion with medieval charm - all without the tourist crowds! You can easily cover the highlights in 2 days (or a jam-packed 1 day). ⚜️ As a fashion insider, I came to pay homage to the legendary "Antwerp Six" - but discovered so much more! The whole city feels like walking through a living museum where contemporary art meets Old Masters. Though I've visited France/Italy multiple times, Antwerp's unique vibe still stole my heart. And trust me, it's just as magical for casual travelers! Must-See Spots: 1️⃣ Antwerp Central Station The "Railway Cathedral" lives up to its name! ✨ Marvel at the 4-tiered dome and century-old marble palace. Pro tip: Ride the escalator to 2F for that perfect aerial shot! Bonus: Luggage lockers available for stress-free exploring 2️⃣ Rubenshuis (Rubens' House) 🎨 Art geeks will freak out! See original Rubens masterpieces + his recreated studio. The hidden Suzhou-style garden is pure magic. 3️⃣ Cathedral of Our Lady ⛪ Belgium's tallest Gothic spire (123m!) houses 4 Rubens masterpieces including The Assumption. Don't miss: The "Dog of Flanders" statue out front - bring tissues! 4️⃣ Grote Markt & Het Steen Castle Renaissance square with golden guild houses + the iconic Brabo Fountain (throwing that giant's hand! 🤚) Climb the 13th-century riverside castle for FREE sunset views over the Scheldt! 🌅 5️⃣ Vlaaikensgang Alley 🕯️ Secret 16th-century passage with cobblestones and oil lamps - prime medieval Instagram fodder! #Antwerp #HiddenEurope #BelgiumTravel #ArtAndArchitecture #SoloTravelGoals