Architecture Walk, Modernist Mechelen
From Art Nouveau to Art Deco to Expo ’58
Modernism arose as a reaction to previous architectural styles. The broad lines of modernist architecture were:
- overall simplification, both in facades and the layout/floor plan;
- the application of new building techniques;
- the use of new materials.
Between approximately 1875 and 1940 various sub-styles developed, ranging from outspoken to more reserved forms of art nouveau and art deco, in addition to pure modernist architecture. The period extended to the 1960s, embracing the Expo-style among others.
Discover modernist architecture in Mechelen with these two guided tours:
- A walk in the city centre starting and finishing at the Schepenhuis;
- A walk outside the city walls (in the station area and along Leuvensevaart), where the main attractions are works by Mechelen’s most important modernist architect, Walter Chabot.
When
Daily, on request
Duration
1h, 1.5h, 2h or 3h
Languages
The tours are given in Dutch and English. On request, they are also available in French.
Price
Guide:
- €110 (max. 25 people per guide) up to 2 hours
- €150 (max. 25 people per guide) up to 3 hours
Administration cost: €3
Reservations
Info: Visit Mechelen, groepen@mechelen.be
