Almshouse Almaras (Antwerp)

Belgium / Antwerpen / Antwerp / Paardenmarkt, 89
 heritage, Neoclassical (architecture), almshouse, architectural heritage

Founded in 1477 by Mathijs de Waeyere and owes its name to the organizer Alvaro Almaras.
The current Almshouse was in 1838 rebuilt in neoclassical style and includes a courtyard with two wings being closed by a blank wall and arched gate in a stone frame.
In 1988 the Almshouse became protected architectural heritage.
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Coordinates:   51°13'30"N   4°24'42"E
This article was last modified 13 years ago