Top 10 Murals To Check Out On The Brussels Comic Book Route

One of the most fun and unusual ways to explore Brussels is by taking the Comic Book Route. The project started in 1991 with the intention to embellish empty walls in the city, while paying tribute to famous Belgian comic artists. The route itself features over 50 mural paintings from iconic greats to lesser-known characters. Embark on a short journey to discover 10 of these street art gems within the famed comic capital.

1. Gaston Lagaffe Wall

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The famous creation of Franquin, Gaston Lagaffe smiles down from the tall and narrow side wall of the building at Rue de l’Ecuyer. The wall was painted in February 2007, and it shows the famous hero having fun. This comic character made his debut on February 28, 1957 in Spirou magazine. Gaston was the first anti-hero and the most socially critical clown in Franco-Belgian comic strips.

2. Nero Wall

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Nero, the famous character created by the Flemish artist Marc Sleen, is painted on a wall behind the Halles. On the mural, you will also recognize several other heroes from comics by the same author – Nero’s genius son Halyard, chip shop owner John Samson, among others. Nero’s adventures appeared in Catholic-Flemish newspapers for more than 50 years.