Ateliers Delporte

A visit to the Atelier de la Parfumerie Delforge is a chance to discover the world of perfumes in general, and ours in particular; to learn about the different stages of research, composition and creation of unique scents; to walk through the Workshop and its underground passages and immerse yourself in the proud past of its exceptional building in the heart of the Citadel of Namur; and finally, to avail yourself of sound advice in order to find the perfume that matches who you are...Our Firm is the fruit of dedicated efforts by a real enthusiast, Guy Delforge. His perfume adventure began back on 28 February 1986, the day he fell hopelessly in love with essential oils. This love at first sight quickly turned into a passion and a profession at the same time. The Atelier de la Parfumerie Delforge was born in the former artillery laboratory, in the immediate vicinity of the Citadel of Namur. Honing his nose amidst these casemates steeped with history, the master perfumer has gone on to create several unique fragrances over the last thirty years. The tradition of the perfumery in general and of the Maison Delforge in particular are proudly perpetuated within these walls. Subtle blends of mainly essential oils, these olfactory creations behave like fine wines. They age slowly. Sealed in large glass carboys, the creations of the Belgian maker take shape over time in the galleries dating from the time of Charles V. This ever so particular place gives them the opportunity to come into their own.

A visit to the Atelier de la Parfumerie Delforge is a chance to discover the world of perfumes in general, and ours in particular; to learn about the different stages of research, composition and creation of unique scents; to walk through the Workshop and its underground passages and immerse yourself in the proud past of its exceptional building in the heart of the Citadel of Namur; and finally, to avail yourself of sound advice in order to find the perfume that matches who you are...Our Firm is the fruit of dedicated efforts by a real enthusiast, Guy Delforge. His perfume adventure began back on 28 February 1986, the day he fell hopelessly in love with essential oils. This love at first sight quickly turned into a passion and a profession at the same time. The Atelier de la Parfumerie Delforge was born in the former artillery laboratory, in the immediate vicinity of the Citadel of Namur. Honing his nose amidst these casemates steeped with history, the master perfumer has gone on to create several unique fragrances over the last thirty years. The tradition of the perfumery in general and of the Maison Delforge in particular are proudly perpetuated within these walls. Subtle blends of mainly essential oils, these olfactory creations behave like fine wines. They age slowly. Sealed in large glass carboys, the creations of the Belgian maker take shape over time in the galleries dating from the time of Charles V. This ever so particular place gives them the opportunity to come into their own.