Getting to AFAS Dome Antwerp on foot, by bike or by e-scooter

AFAS Dome — formerly known as Sportpaleis — is located at Schijnpoortweg 119, Antwerp and is easy to reach on foot, by bike, or e-scooter. No parking stress, no traffic — just show up and enjoy. Find all the details by transport type below.

Walking to AFAS Dome

Do you live or work nearby? Then walking is the easiest option. The entrance to AFAS Dome is clearly visible from Schijnpoortweg.

Free supervised bicycle parking at AFAS Dome

Leave your bike with peace of mind in the supervised bicycle parking during the show. It is located at car park Vaart, to the right of AFAS Dome.

Map of the area around AFAS Dome and Lotto Arena in Antwerp showing three bicycle parking locations, including guarded bicycle parking, moped parking, and bicycle parking, with arrows and street names.

Opening hours

Opens 2.5 hours before doors open. Supervised until 1 hour after the show.

How does it work?

You will receive two numbered wristbands: one for your bike and one for yourself. Our staff will check the numbers when you collect your bike.

Temporary extra supervised bike parking — corner of Schijnpoortweg & Slachthuislaan

Until June 7, 2026, a second supervised bike parking area is available at the corner of Schijnpoortweg and Slachthuislaan — a 4-minute walk from AFAS Dome. This temporary parking fits 200 additional bikes and works the same way as the permanent one: you receive two numbered wristbands and your bike is supervised until 1 hour after the show ends.

Please note ⚠️

  • The bicycle parking is not covered.

  • Shared bikes and e-scooters are not allowed. Use the public bike parking at car park Vaart.

  • Cargo bikes and longtails are not allowed. Please use the motorcycle parking area next to the lockers.

Entrance to the supervised bicycle parking of AFAS Dome at car park Vaart, with a directional sign reading ‘Bewaakte fietsenstalling’, bicycles in racks, and visitors parking their bikes.

Velo Antwerp and other shared bikes

Around AFAS Dome, you’ll find several Velo Antwerp stations. These are the closest locations to pick up or return a shared bike:

You can also reach AFAS Dome using shared bikes from Donkey Republic and Blue-bike (available at Antwerp Central Station).

Velo station 120 with some parked bikes from Velo Antwerp.

By e-scooter

Electric e-scooters from Bolt, Lime, or Voi are a fast and convenient way to reach AFAS Dome.

Please note ⚠️ A strict no-parking zone applies around the venue. You may only leave your e-scooter in the public bike parking at car park Vaart. E-scooters are not allowed in the supervised bike parking.

Explore your route to the venue in 360°

Through our interactive 360° tool, you can preview which entrance you need, what the venue looks like, and how to get there, without surprises.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it to walk from Antwerp city center?

From Antwerp Central Station, it takes about 25 minutes to walk to AFAS Dome.

Is the supervised bike parking free?

Yes, the supervised bike parking is free.

Is the supervised bike parking covered?

No, the bike parking is not covered.

Can I park my shared bike or e-scooter in the supervised bike parking?

No. Shared bikes and e-scooters are not allowed in the supervised bike parking. Please use the public bike parking at car park Vaart.

Can I park my cargo bike in the supervised bike parking?

No. Cargo bikes and longtails are not allowed in the supervised bike parking. Please use the motorcycle parking area at car park Vaart, next to the lockers.

When does the supervised bike parking open?

The supervised bike parking opens 2.5 hours before doors open and remains supervised until 1 hour after the show ends.

Where can I find a Velo bike near AFAS Dome?

The three closest Velo stations are:

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