Museum Paul Delvaux
About This Museum
Tucked away in the coastal town of Koksijde, this museum occupies the very villa where Paul Delvaux spent his final, productive years. Stepping inside feels less like entering a formal gallery and more like wandering through the artist's own mind. You'll find his dreamlike canvases of enigmatic women and classical ruins sharing space with personal sketches and even his paint-splattered easel. It’s an intimate look at the life of a master who preferred quiet contemplation by the sea.
Collection Highlights
Beyond major paintings like 'The Awakening of the Forest', don't miss his delicate preparatory drawings, which reveal his meticulous process. A room dedicated to his studio tools, including his brushes and spectacles, feels particularly personal.
Visitor Information
It's a cozy place, so you can easily see everything in an hour or two. The garden outside is a lovely spot to sit and reflect after immersing yourself in Delvaux's surreal world.
Architecture & Building
The collection is housed in Delvaux's former home, a modest but elegant white villa that perfectly suits the quiet, contemplative nature of his work.
Contact & Location
Address: Delvaux museum, 42, Paul Delvauxlaan, Sint-Idesbald, Koksijde, Veurne, West-Vlaanderen, Vlaanderen, 8670, België / Belgique / Belgien
Phone: +32 58 52 12 29
Website: Visit Website
