Raidillon
Bruxelles, Belgium · Est. 2001
Founded by Pascal Modolo
Raidillon is a Belgian watch brand founded in 2001, standing out for its inspiration from motorsport culture. Named after the iconic Raidillon corner at Spa-Francorchamps, the brand produces racing-themed timepieces with Swiss-quality movements — bold, characterful and unmistakably Belgian in spirit.
- Founded
- 2001
- Headquarters
- Bruxelles, Belgium
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Mid
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- 42 — The core collection in a 42mm case, available in chronograph and three-hand configurations with motorsport-inspired dials and bold colours.
- 55 — An oversized 55mm collection designed as a design statement, pushing the brand's racing aesthetic to its most dramatic expression.
- Timeless — A dressier interpretation of the Raidillon DNA, featuring cleaner dials while retaining the motorsport heritage through subtle design cues.
Timeline
- 2001 — Pascal Modolo founds Raidillon in Belgium, naming it after the famous Raidillon corner at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit.
- 2005 — Raidillon gains recognition at Baselworld as a distinctive Belgian contender in the Swiss-dominated watch industry.
- 2015 — Expands its collection range and strengthens ties with Belgian motorsport culture through limited editions and racing partnerships.
- 2025 — Belgian racing-inspired brand continues small-batch production of automotive chronographs, maintaining its niche position among motorsport watch enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raidillon
- What does 'Raidillon' mean?
- Raidillon is the name of the famous steep uphill corner at Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium — one of the most iconic turns in motorsport. The brand celebrates Belgian racing heritage.
- Are Raidillon watches Swiss made?
- Raidillon uses Swiss movements (ETA/Valjoux), but the brand is proudly Belgian in design, identity, and heritage.