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Carolus Borromeus Church, Antwerp

#10 of 193 things to do in Antwerp

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By haplo89

“Perfect example of baroque architecture and one of the most beautiful churches in antwerp”

Jan 2020

Perfect example of baroque architecture and one of the most beautiful churches in antwerp

By Swetrat

“A high Baroque confection!”

Dec 2019

Home also to a remarkable Rubens painting (The Flight from Egypt) and other art works with free entry too.

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Traveller298382
Bosham, United Kingdom125 contributions
In many ways this parish church offers more of interest than the Cathedral.
Visitors are made very welcome to this free to visit this elegant baroque church. Built between 1615 - 1621 by design of the Jesuit order. After the Order ceased the church came under the patronage of the most holy, Charles Borromeus. Worthy of note is that there is no 'Choir' as is the norm in Jesuit religious houses. The nave, high altar, chapels and pulpit are all worthy of inspection.
Visited January 2023
Written February 6, 2023
BradJill
Hong Kong, China159,182 contributions
Early 17th-century Baroque church at Hendrik Conscienceplein
The St. Charles Borromeo is a beautiful Baroque church located at Hendrik Conscienceplein in Antwerp. The church was built by the Jesuits from 1615-1621 and was inspired by Church of Gesu, the mother church for the Jesuits. Opening hours are 10am to 12.30pm (morning) and 2pm to 5pm (afternoon) from Monday to Saturday each week. Entrance is free for the public. The exterior facade is beautiful and exudes Baroque. It is fairly typical of Jesuit churches constructed in the 17th century with multiple levels, columns and statue filled niches embedded into the facade, a highly decorative pediment and general ornamentation surrounding the Jesuits symbol above the entrance. The interior is more subtle than 17th-century Jesuit sister churches in the south of Europe, much to do with the sobering effect of the Protestant Dutch ruling during the early 19th-century prior to Belgium's 1830 revolution. The nave is fairly bare with modest decorations, You will find splendour around the altar and like many churches in Belgium, Carolus Borromeus houses a delicately carved wooden pulpit that is very impressive. The church is also noted for the dreadful fire in 1718 that destroyed 39 ceiling paintings by Pieter Paul Ruebens, a treasure of Carolus Borromeus Church at that time. You can learn about this tragedy when reading up on the church history before or after your visit.
Visited February 2023
Written March 12, 2023
Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China14,204 contributions
Jesuits in Antwerp
This is a Catholic church in downtown Antwerp. Founded by the Jesuits, Sint-Carolus-Borromeuskerk looks quite similar to many churches in Spain or Portugal. Interior is elegant and decoration ornate. Maintenance is excellent to keep the institution to the past glory. Free admission.
Visited June 2023
Written June 9, 2023

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Aug 2023 • Friends

unfortunately we were not allowed to walk into the church on a Sunday.
The mass was already taking place, the church was still relatively full, but an elderly man was standing in the entrance and made gestures towards us to leave.
unfortunately I couldn't pray
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Written August 20, 2023

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Ioannis Vasileiadis

Athens, Greece140 contributions

Impressive church in the heart of Antwerp

Nov 2021

Beautiful during the night, simple during the day. It is better when you see it from outside, I am not sure if it is worth to go inside. Good option if you like church photos.

Written December 13, 2021

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David P

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Compact but Spectacular Church

Jun 2019

This may not be the largest church among the many in Antwerp, but it packs a lot into a small space. The façade that greets you is very unusual in that it is a pretty flat, large surface adorned with statues and mock columns. However, inside is where it really shines. It’s dominated by a large, very decorative altar at the end of a wide, open aisle. The real joy is that you can go upstairs to the organ balcony and appreciate the full splendour of that altar, its apse and the patterned flooring.

And the fun doesn’t stop there. The Lady Chapel, like the church, is also small, but every part of it seems adorned with carvings, gilt-work or paintings.

If you want to get the most out of this and many other churches in Antwerp I would recommend picking up the Baroque Pleasure booklet in the tourist information shop. It may even be available inside some of the churches. You will get a decent (but not overwhelming) amount of information about the history, art and architecture. The booklet is actually part of "Antwerp Baroque 2018", but we picked it up mid-2019 so you never know.

Written November 21, 2019

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Sandra W

Charlton, MA96 contributions

Go to mass to hear the music

Sep 2019 • Couples

We went to Sunday Mass to hear the music in this beautiful old church. The organ is spectacular, the choir is outstanding. The choir fills the church with beautiful song. Take time to look up st the organ or climb the steps to see it. The paintings are nice to take a few moments to see and enjoy along with the side chapels. There is a small display of bobbin lace there too.

Written September 13, 2019

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Peter C

Farnham, UK150 contributions

THE No1 "Not to Miss" in Antwerp for free !

Jun 2019 • Couples

We learnt of this gem when we were visiting Rubens House (also one for your must do list) ... and found the most amazing discovery.
What ever you do ... talk to the volunteer guides here - They are totally amazing and bring this fabulous place alive, with their insights.
Make sure you time your visit so that you can spend time seeing every corner (especially upstairs) as the photo opportunities were fabulous.
Given the time the guide gave us (for free) ... leave a little something in the collection box ... this is the BEST value in Antwerp.
I went back three times during my stay in Antwerp - taking friends who had not found it ... and everyone loved it !

Written July 22, 2019

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MDellaMotta

Brussels, Belgium62 contributions

A Piece of Roman Baroque in Antwerp

Nov 2015 • Couples

If you're craving a break from the Gothic and are looking for something rather sumptuously Baroque, then a visit to this wonderful church located on an equally wonderful square is required. As a bonus, the beautiful architecture houses some equally beautiful art, namely paintings by Flemish masters, such as Rubens. Need I say more?

Written November 18, 2015

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Jude5353

Ashtead, UK206 contributions

Stunning church, not to be missed

Jun 2015 • Couples

Must see this in addition to the Cathedral. Lots of Rubens work to see here. more than at his home! Big pieces. Stunning inside and out. Don't rush your visit. Situated in a lovely square. Very peaceful.

Written August 13, 2015

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Philippe B

Antwerp, Belgium22 contributions

Small but so beautiful

Feb 2015 • Friends

There is of course the Cathedral in Antwerp but you have to visit this small church too, this church has a soul ! it's only 10 minutes walk away from the Cathedral ...

Written February 19, 2015

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PG14142

Romford, UK85 contributions

Could not gain access

Jun 2014 • Couples

We tried to gain access to this church on three occasions over two days but it was locked. Speaking with a local later he said that access is only by phoning ahead and we did see someone being met and escorted inside. We were not the only people who wanted to visit this church so perhaps guide books need to be updated accordingly.

Written June 13, 2014

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Eaa1947

Gold Coast, Australia630 contributions

Don't miss this church if in Antwerp

May 2013 • Couples

In terms of size and for that matter the exterior, the church is all right but wait until you walk inside and what an inside it is. Many an art galleries would be envious of this church. The works by Peter Paul Reuben and his disciple is sight to behold. Unfortunately some of the paintings from the ceiling were destroyed during a fire but much remains intact and is worth spending time to see this church.

Written May 26, 2013

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