Overview
Part of the bigger city of Antwerp, Wilrijk has been able to conserve its own town-like look. Consisting of modern living areas mixed with older neighbourhoods, this suburb shows a nice balance between living, commercial and industrial activities. A cocktail of hospitality, sport and recreation in a green environment, makes of Wilrijk one the pearls in the crown of Antwerp. Civilization in this area was already present in 600 BC. This has a been shown by the excavation of a Celtic burial site in Wilrijk, which until now is the oldest sign of civilization discovered in the region around Antwerp.
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