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Two masterpieces quickly spring to mind when it comes to Art Deco in Brussels: the Hôtel Haerens in Uccle and the Palais de la Folle Chanson in Ixelles. These two buildings were the brainchild of Antoine Courtens. A pupil of Victor Horta, he trained at the Institut des Beaux-Arts in Antwerp and worked with the great master, notably on the site of Belgium’s Pavillon d’Honneur at the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts. Through Victor Horta, he discovered the aesthetics of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. With this solid international background, he moved to Brussels and began his career. And what a career it was! Private mansions, apartment buildings, office blocks, private homes, and more... Antoine Courtens developed his Art Deco style, tinged with modernism. A born decorator working for the more affluent classes, he proposed not only the general plans for the home, but also the interior fittings, working with durable and precious materials. Follow the guide to discover the work of this international architect, who left his mark on Belgian Art Deco with his inimitable style. In collaboration with Pro Velo. Participants must bring their own bikes. For this tour, bicycles are available for hire by reservation only from Pro Velo on 02 502 73 55 or via info@provelo.org (subject to availability). Photographs are permitted, but only with smartphones.

Practical information

Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00

rue de Dublin 19, 1050 Ixelles

Meeting point: Pro Velo Workshop End point: Pro Velo, rue de Dublin 19, 1050 Ixelles

Advance booking required.

Bookings

Select the time slot that suits you and make your reservation online.

Saturday 20/09/25 Select your time slot

• 10:00 > 13:00 FR 18 pl.
• 14:00 > 17:00 NL 15 pl.

Sunday 21/09/25 Select your time slot

• 10:00 > 13:00 FR 10 pl.
• 14:00 > 17:00 FR 8 pl.

Address
rue de Dublin 19, 1050 Ixelles