Point of interest
MAS (Museum aan de Stroom)
in Antwerp, Belgium
A striking red-stone museum in the old docklands telling Antwerp's maritime and world-trade story, with a free panoramic rooftop terrace.
Where it is
The MAS stands in the up-and-coming Eilandje docklands district, north of the old town, right beside the historic harbour basins on the waterfront.
Address: 1,3,5 Hanzestedenplaats, 2000 Antwerp
What it is
Its collections trace Antwerp's connections to the world through the port, trade, migration and city history. The highlight is the free panoramic rooftop on the tenth floor, offering a 360-degree view over the city, the port and the Scheldt.
History
The Museum aan de Stroom opened in May 2011 and is the largest museum in Antwerp. Its striking tower of red sandstone and undulating glass, designed by Neutelings Riedijk Architects, brings together the collections of several former city museums under one roof.