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In the north of Belgium, Flanders is set in a flat landscape. The historical name, the ‘Low Countries’ reflects the geography of the area occupied by Flanders and the Netherlands. The proximity of Flanders to the North Sea means that it has a temperate climate with mild winters and cool summers.
The province of Antwerp is one of 5 Flemish provinces. It is situated between Limburg in the east, West- and East-Flanders to the west, and Flemish-Brabant to the south. With a population of more than 1.6 million, the province covers roughly 16% of the entire population of Belgium. From a cultural point of view, the province of Antwerp is the most important Flemish region.
Its many churches, museums, theatres etc. are only a few aspects of the cultural wealth of the province. Antwerp is an area of major economic importance. As the home of more than 86,000 companies, the province has the highest concentration of industrial enterprises in Belgium.
The partner institutions of the Antwerp University Association (university and university colleges - AUHA) can be found all over the province, with the city of Antwerp as the main centre. The campuses of Lier, Mechelen or Turnhout are to be found in more rural surroundings.
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