Horta Museum

The Horta Museum in Saint-Gilles is the former home and studio of Victor Horta, the founder of Art Nouveau in Belgium. The house was built between 1898 and 1901 and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. Every detail of the interior, from the mosaic floors and curved banisters to the door handles and light fixtures, was designed by Horta himself as a total work of art. The museum reveals the brilliant way in which Horta combined light, space and decorative elements into a harmonious whole. The famous central staircase with its ornate ironwork structure and the natural light falling through the glass roof is the beating heart of the building.

Wheelchair accessibility is limited due to the historic nature of the building. The ground floor is accessible via a portable ramp available on request at the entrance. Here you will find several exhibition rooms and an adapted toilet. The upper floors, however, can only be reached via the narrow historic staircases and are not wheelchair accessible. Despite these limitations, the ground floor already provides an impressive glimpse of Horta's genius.

The Horta Museum is located in the municipality of Saint-Gilles, south of the Brussels city centre. PMR parking spaces are available on nearby streets. The museum is accessible by public transport via tram and bus stops within short walking distance. Due to the limited capacity of the historic building, it is advisable to book your visit in advance, especially if you use a wheelchair, so that staff can welcome you in the best possible conditions.