The Brussels metro has stunning underground stations decorated by 60 contemporary Belgian artists.
Most people barely glance at the art as they rush for a train. But there are some fabulous creations that can be admired for the price of a metro ticket.
One of the most impressive stops is Pannenhuis station in northern Brussels where the entrance hall is decorated with a bright orange art installation like something from a science fiction movie.
In recent years it has become a favourite venue for fashion shoots and Instagram posts.
Derek Blyth’s hidden secret of the day: Derek Blyth is the author of the bestselling “The 500 Hidden Secrets of Belgium”. He picks out one of his favourite hidden secrets for The Brussels Times every day.
