Société Belge d'Études Celtiques

The Société Belge d'Études Celtiques (SBEC) is a Belgian association devoted to the advancement of Celtic studies. It serves as a scholarly society that brings together researchers, academics, and enthusiasts interested in the languages, history, archaeology, mythology, and culture of the Celtic peoples. The organization is based in Belgium and operates primarily in French, reflecting the academic traditions of the French-speaking community of Belgium. The SBEC is known for organizing regular study days and colloquia, often under the auspices of the Fonds de la Recherche Scientifique – FNRS (FRS-FNRS), through its Groupe de Contact "Études celtologiques et comparatives." These events feature international experts and cover a wide range of topics, from Celtic mythology and iconography to archaeology and linguistics. For example, the 38th study day, scheduled for 21 March 2026 at the Université libre de Bruxelles, is dedicated to the Sun and its divine and heroic kin in Indo-European traditions, and will pay tribute to Christian Rose. The 39th study day, organized by SBEC under the FNRS Contact Group, focuses on "Les Celtes, les aurochs et autres taureaux. La vache !" exploring the place of bovines in Celtic history, mythology, and iconography. In addition to conferences, the SBEC publishes the Carnyx series, a collection of academic works on Celtic studies. One notable volume, "Carnyx 3" (or "Carnyx 4" as per the URL), titled "Les Celtes entre Chien et Loup. Rôles et identités des canidés depuis la Préhistoire récente," examines the roles and identities of canids from recent prehistory, with contributions from numerous scholars. The society also collaborates with institutions such as the Archéosite et Musée d'Aubechies-Belœil and the Musée des Celtes de Libramont. As an association active in Belgium, the SBEC plays a significant role in fostering research and exchange in Celtic studies, both nationally and internationally. Its activities are documented on its official website, sbec.be, which provides information on upcoming events, publications, and membership. The society does not appear to be a commercial entity but rather a non-profit academic organization, and it is recognized in Wikidata as an association devoted to Celtic studies.

The Société Belge d'Études Celtiques (SBEC) is a Belgian association devoted to Celtic studies. While the exact founding date is not provided in the available evidence, the society has been active in organizing academic events and publications, as documented on its official website. It operates under the auspices of the Fonds de la Recherche Scientifique – FNRS (FRS-FNRS), specifically through the Groupe de Contact "Études celtologiques et comparatives." This affiliation underscores its role as a recognized scholarly body within the Belgian research framework. Over the years, the SBEC has established a tradition of holding annual study days (Journées d'études) that focus on specific themes within Celtic studies. These events attract international scholars and cover diverse topics. For instance, the 38th study day, scheduled for 21 March 2026 at the Université libre de Bruxelles, is dedicated to the Sun and its divine and heroic kin in Indo-European traditions, and will honor Christian Rose. The 39th study day, announced on the SBEC website, explores the theme "Les Celtes, les aurochs et autres taureaux. La vache !" examining the role of bovines in Celtic history, mythology, and iconography. In addition to conferences, the SBEC publishes the Carnyx series, a collection of academic volumes. One notable publication is "Carnyx 3" (or "Carnyx 4" as per the URL), titled "Les Celtes entre Chien et Loup. Rôles et identités des canidés depuis la Préhistoire récente," which includes contributions from scholars such as Eugène Warmenbol, Walter Leclercq, Olivier Piqueron, and others. The society also collaborates with cultural institutions like the Archéosite et Musée d'Aubechies-Belœil and the Musée des Celtes de Libramont, as seen in the organization of the 38th study day on 13 September 2025. The SBEC's activities are primarily conducted in French, reflecting its base in the French-speaking community of Belgium. Its website, sbec.be, serves as a central hub for announcements, publications, and membership information. The society is recognized in Wikidata as an association active in Belgium devoted to Celtic studies, confirming its non-profit, academic nature. Through its conferences and publications, the SBEC contributes to the advancement of Celtic studies both in Belgium and internationally.

• 38th study day of the FNRS Contact Group 'Celtic and Comparative Studies' (2nd session), organized with the Archéosite et Musée d'Aubechies-Belœil and the Musée des Celtes de Libramont.

• 38th Day of the Celtic Studies Group: 'The Sun, its divine and heroic kin' colloquium at the Université libre de Bruxelles, under the auspices of FNRS, honoring Christian Rose.

• Announcement of the 39th Day of the FNRS Contact Group: 'The Celts, aurochs and other bulls. The cow!'

• Publication of Carnyx 3 (or Carnyx 4): 'Les Celtes entre Chien et Loup. Rôles et identités des canidés depuis la Préhistoire récente.'

Academic learned society for Celtic studies in Belgium, affiliated with FNRS contact group.

• Carnyx series

  Academic publication series on Celtic studies. Volume 3 (or 4) titled 'Les Celtes entre Chien et Loup. Rôles et identités des canidés depuis la Préhistoire récente' includes contributions by Eugène Warmenbol, Walter Leclercq, Olivier Piqueron, Julien D'Huy, Dimitri Boekhoorn, Alain Meurant, Jean-Marc Doyen, Camille Lamarque, Matthieu Poux, Valérie Delattre, Manon Vallée, Fanny Thirion, Sophie Glansdorff, and others.

1. 1Accueilsbec.be
2. 2Carnyx 3 - Les Celtes entre Chien et Loup. Rôles et identités des canidés depuis la Préhistoire récente.sbec.be
3. 3Société Belge d'Études Celtiqueswikidata.org