Antwerp.

I decided to stay on a camper stop/ camping platz in Antwerp, just on the edge of the city. Generally these camperstops are great, there's loads of them in europe, and most are free. Its better if there's a few other tourer's there as it gives you a extra sense of security and someone to chat to. Met alot of people, most were on holiday, quite a few backpackers, and loads retired tourers who tour europe for alot of the year.

Cycled into Antwerp to have a look around and to locate any good busking locations. The city is a mix of history, with the old city centre with its cathedral and plaza's, along with industry and a large maritime influence. The Port is not far from the actual city centre, so its makes for an interesting mix, and has a very busy and lively feel. I saw a few buskers around the centre. One saxophonist near the riverside. Also a couple of old boys in the shopping district, one singing and playing piano, and another backing him up with the Harmonica and vocals. I headed to the central train station and set up there, as infront there's a large plaza (Astrid square) and it looked promising. It was quite busy, but the weather took a turn for the worse, and started drizzling. I managed about 30 mins and not much in the means of takings, with the weather and location being a bit open so people could easily avoid you. Taught me a good lesson though on choosing locations and obviously choosing the right weather conditions. See you next time, Jim