From July 10-13, 2010, the Scheldekaaien and het
Eilandje on Antwerp’s waterfront will once again provide the backdrop for The
Tall Ships Races. A walk along the riverside with a view of these “cathedrals
of the sea” is a breathtaking experience.

The largest tall ships will be moored along the
Scheldekaaien, between het Steen and the Waagnatie. Other ships will tie up at
the docks on het Eilandje, together with dozens of smaller vessels. On the
Kattendijkdok, the Bonapartedok, the Willemdok and the Londenbrug the array of
masts and rigging will create a spectacular decor.

There is also plenty of fun to be had. You can browse
at a maritime market on the Willemdok while the kids can live it up at the
“children’s village” at the Waagnatie. This is also the spot for various
concerts and the musical spectacle Aquaphonia. Additional entertainment and
food and drink will also be available at numerous other locations.

Shuttle buses make it easy to get from one site to the
next.  Shuttle service will also be
provided from the parking facilities outside the city and from the
Antwerpen-Centraal train station.

The event is completely free of charge and wheelchair
accessible.