Olympisch Stadion Antwerp Stadium
Historic 1920 Olympic stadium in Antwerp
Antwerp's Olympisch Stadion, constructed for the 1920 Olympics, stages football, athletics and occasional concerts. Visitors come for matches, interwar stadium architecture and local club culture.
Olympisch Stadion Antwerp at a Glance#
About Olympisch Stadion Antwerp#
The Olympisch Stadion in Antwerp is the stadium constructed to host the main events of the 1920 Summer Olympic Games held in the city. It served as the central athletics and ceremonial venue for the Games and remains a historic sporting landmark in Antwerp.
The stadium complex has been altered and renovated in the decades since the Olympics and has been used for sporting and public events. Its significance stems from its role in the early 20th century Olympic movement and its historical association with the 1920 Games.
The stadium is located within the city of Antwerp and is one of several historic sporting facilities in the area; it is visited for its historical association and for occasional events hosted there.
Situated in the Antwerp region, the stadium is accessible from the city’s transport network and is part of the local sporting infrastructure.
- 1920 Olympic venue: Originally built for the 1920 Summer Olympic Games, the stadium served as the main venue for athletics and ceremonies during those Games.
Tips for Visiting Olympisch Stadion Antwerp#
- Check the stadium's events calendar before you go - match days and concerts close off visitor access, so non-event visits are easiest on quiet weekdays.
- If you're interested in history or architecture, time your visit to coincide with guided tours or local heritage open days when interior access and background information are typically available.
Best Time to Visit Olympisch Stadion Antwerp#
Plan around the stadium's event calendar-visit on non‑event days in spring or autumn for easier access and fewer crowds.
Weather & Climate near Olympisch Stadion Antwerp#
Olympisch Stadion Antwerp's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (796 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 65 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.2h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 7° | 0° | 51 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 5° - 14° | 7° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 76 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 18° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 18° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 73 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 77 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 75 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
