The art and architecture of Arlon: A journey through the centuries

The city of Arlon, located in the province of Luxembourg in Belgium, is a real treasure for lovers of art and architecture. With a history dating back to Roman times, Arlon is full of monuments and buildings that bear witness to its rich and fascinating past. In this article, we take you on a journey through the centuries to discover the unique art and architecture of Arlon.

One of the first stops on our trip is the impressive Chateau d’Arlon. Built in the 11th century, this fortified castle was the seat of the county of Arlon for centuries. Although it has undergone modifications over time, the castle still retains much of its medieval appearance. Visitors can admire its imposing towers, ramparts and moat, which testify to its defensive role during a troubled time in European history.

As we walk through the streets of Arlon, we also discover magnificent religious buildings. The Saint-Martin church, built in the 13th century, is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture. With its facade decorated with sculptures and its colorful stained glass windows, the church offers a real spectacle for the eyes. Inside, visitors can admire beautiful works of religious art, some of which date back centuries.

Another architectural treasure in Arlon is the Saint-Donat basilica. Built in the 17th century, this baroque church is famous for its magnificent frescoes and carved wooden statues. Visitors can also admire the marble altar here, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque art in Belgium. The Saint-Donat basilica is an important place of worship for the inhabitants of Arlon, but it is also open to visitors who wish to discover its splendid interior.

Besides its historic churches, Arlon is also home to many examples of remarkable civil architecture. The Gaspar House, built in the 18th century, is a fine example of classical architecture. With its stone facade and elegant windows, Maison Gaspar attracts the attention of all who pass through it. Today it houses a museum dedicated to the history and culture of Arlon, giving visitors a fascinating insight into life in the city over the centuries.

Another emblematic building in Arlon is the Hôtel de Ville. Built in the 19th century in a neo-classical style, this imposing building is a symbol of the city’s pride and prosperity. With its majestic facade, columns and statues, the Town Hall is a true architectural masterpiece. Today, it houses the offices of the municipal administration, but visitors can also visit it and admire its beautiful decorated rooms.

Finally, our journey through the centuries takes us to the Archaeological Museum of Arlon. Located in a modern building, the museum houses an impressive collection of Roman and Gallo-Roman objects and artifacts. Visitors can learn about the city’s history through artifacts such as statues, jewelry, and ancient inscriptions. The museum thus offers a fascinating insight into the ancient history of Arlon and its importance in the Roman Empire.

In conclusion, the art and architecture of Arlon are a real treasure for history and culture lovers. From its medieval castle to its Gothic and Baroque churches and its remarkable civil buildings, the city offers an incredible diversity of architectural styles. Walking through the streets of Arlon, visitors can take a journey through the centuries and discover the fascinating history of this unique Belgian city.

A European-wide recession was narrowly avoided despite the energy price shock of 2022. However, economic growth remains weak in Europe in the second half of 2023. Exports are suffering from the slowdown in global trade, due in part of a reorientation of consumer interest in favor of domestic services after the Covid restrictions. Economic growth in the euro zone is estimated at 0.7% in 2023. Belgium, unlike Germany and the Netherlands, was able to avoid a recession thanks to the importance of its services sector and automatic indexations. income that supported purchasing power. This offsets the decline in exports. Belgian GDP is expected to grow by 1.0% in 2023, and employment to increase by 50,000 people.

In 2024, the European economy is expected to benefit from a recovery in global trade and more dynamic household consumption, stimulated by a slowdown in inflation and wage increases. GDP growth in the euro zone would thus rise to 1.1%. In this context, Belgium’s exports should start to rise again, while the growth of domestic demand should be practically stable. Consequently, the expected growth of Belgian GDP amounts to 1.3% and would go hand in hand with the creation of 40,000 jobs.

Inflation in Belgium fell to 4.1% in August 2023, coming from a peak of 12.3% in October 2022. This decline would continue until October. Due to the recent increase in international oil and gas prices, inflation is expected to rise again in November and only decline in the second half of 2024. As an annual average, inflation is forecast at 4.4% in 2023 and 4.1% in 2024.

Economic growth has been revised downward by 0.3 percentage points in 2023 and in 2024 compared to the outlook last June from the Federal Planning Bureau. This revision is mainly due to a deterioration in the international environment. In addition, the upward revision of inflation weighs on the dynamics of household consumption in 2024.

This delegation of tasks, however, has financial repercussions. This is why a draft royal decree was drawn up setting the amounts that the regions can collect for the tasks delegated to them. The project will come into force on January 1, 2024.

The draft bill allows the federal legislator to anchor this cooperation agreement, in accordance with the special institutional reform law.

The projects are sent to the Council of State for opinion. The draft royal decree is also sent to the Data Protection Authority for opinion.

Draft royal decree setting the remuneration relating to the missions entrusted to the Regions by the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain for the application of protective measures against organisms harmful to plants

Preliminary draft law approving the cooperation agreement of January 5, 2021 between the Ministers of Agriculture of the Federal State and the Regions concerning the distribution of missions for the application of protective measures against organisms harmful to plants

• a member designated by the Minister of Pensions, chosen from among the civil servants of the study service or another department of the federal Pensions service
• a member designated by the Minister for the Self-Employed, chosen from among the officials of the study service or another service of the National Institute of Social Insurance for Self-Employed Workers

The end date of the (first) mandate of these two newly appointed members will coincide with the end date of the mandate of the other members of the Study Committee, namely September 1, 2028.

The preliminary draft is sent to the Council of State for opinion.

This press moment will take place within the BDO company itself; it supports SMEs in moving to e-invoicing. The address of this place is: Rue de Stassart 35, 1050 Brussels. To get there, here are some instructions:

• From the Toison d’Or car park (not Deux Portes or Entre Deux Portes) use the central elevator or the one on the left, enter the access code 4738 and select the 1st floor;

• From the Toison d’Or gallery opposite the Fnac entrance, turn right, use the central elevator or the middle elevator, enter the access code 4738 and select the 1st floor.

• Another solution is to access via rue de Stassart 35 (less practical) take one of the two elevators, enter the access code 4738 and select the 1st floor.

Below you will find the unrolled of this pressing moment:

In summary and practically:

• What ? Press moment concerning e-invoicing, launch of the deployment of Mathieu Michel’s strategy;
• Pictures ? Demonstration of sending an e-invoice VS traditional invoice and demonstration of receiving an e-invoice VS traditional invoice;
• Or ? At BDO – Rue de Stassart 351050 Brussels;
• When ? Monday September 11 at 11:00 a.m.