Palace of Justice, Courthouse in Marolles district, Brussels, Belgium
The Palace of Justice features a central portico and decorative elements across its 26,000 square meters of ground surface, rising 120 meters into the Brussels skyline.
Construction of this monumental courthouse began in 1867 under architect Joseph Poelaert's direction, with its grand opening ceremony taking place on October 15, 1883.
The building houses multiple courts that operate in Belgium's three official languages: Dutch, French, and German, serving as the nation's primary legal institution.
The Palace of Justice welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with access available through the Louise metro station and Poelaert elevators.
German forces set fire to the building during their retreat in World War II, causing the collapse of its dome and necessitating extensive reconstruction efforts.
Location: City of Brussels
Architects: Joseph Poelaert, Joseph Joachim Benoît, Albert Storrer
Official opening: October 15, 1883
Architectural style: eclectic architecture
Height: 116 m
Address: Pl. Poelaert 1, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium 1000 Bruxelles
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00
Phone: +3225086111
Website: https://justice.belgium.be/fr
GPS coordinates: 50.83667,4.35167
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:30
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