In 1850, plans were made for the development of a multi-purpose transport center connecting the Canal of Willebroek and the international railroad network.

In 1897 the city of Brussels bought the necessary land from the "Thurn" and "Tassis" families. In 1900, King Leopold II inaugurated the construction site and operations began a few years later. The complex housed the Customs Administration, Post, a railway station and numerous companies trading goods subject to excise and revenue taxes (tobacco, beer, wine, etc.).

These trading companies acquired land in the vicinity of the transit center to provide housing for their staff. The Tour &Taxi site included several warehouses, railway infrastructure, offices, power stations, water tower, and switch tower. All of these buildings boast exceptional architectural elements and beauty!

Some buildings are still occupied. The department of Customs Administration and Excise is housed in a beautiful building that is open to the public. Other buildings, specifically the railway station, used to be easily accessible.

"Warehouse B" is a beautiful building that remains empty and locked up tight, keeping the outside world at bay. I tried to gain access for many years, in vain, adding to my frustration. Until one day I found a way in!

It would be irresponsible of me to divulge this information, for concerns that gangs would find their way in, only to destroy and tag such a beautiful, untouched sanctuary. The entrance must remain a secret.