The Brussels comic book route: Fun and colourful

From Roman times to contemporary history

Each of the 40 points of interest in the comic book route in Brussels features a different character and is a unique way to celebrate the city's comic tradition with these interesting and fun stories. The route doesn't have a fixed beginning or ending point, allowing visitors to pick and choose which wall paintings to see.

Whether or not you are a comic fan, you may unexpectedly encounter these colourful art surprises while exploring the city. As an example, very close to the famous statue of the Manneken Pis, is the wall mural of Tintin, the boy journalist created by Hergé in 1929. Other famous comic characters that have their own wall mural in Brussels are Asterix and Obelix, the gaul villagers from 50 BC who fight the Roman invaders with the help of a magic potion that gives them superhuman strength.

A deeper look into Belgium's comic tradition

Visitors who have a deeper interest in comic strips have plenty of opportunity to explore this side of the city. You can follow the comic book route in Brussels at your own pace or join a guided tour. Follow up your walk with a visit to the Belgian Comic Strip Centre, The Comic Strip House, The Hergé Museum and the Official Smurfs Store to learn the stories behind the different characters. Afterwards you can have a bite to eat with other comics fans at the Comics Café.

During the year there are several comic events happening in Brussels. Each year in early September, comic books come to life in the Brussels Comic Strip Festival, with a weekend full of events, book signings and a balloon parade. The Belgian capital is also now home to its own edition of the internationally known Comic Con festival. No matter the time of year, Brussels is the place to celebrate colourful stories for the young at heart.

Author: Sidy Diallo

Guest Relations Manager at the NH Collection Brussels Centre

My name is Sidy DIALLO, I am proud to be the Guest Relations Manager at the NH Collection Brussels Centre, deeply in love with Brussels. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Public Management and a Master's Degree in Administration and Public Policies, I have more than 10 years of professional experience in the world of hospitality. throughout my career I have always worked on numerous issues relating to customer relations. Together with my colleagues from Front Desk and Guest Services we are making sure that all guests have the best experience in our hotel and taking care of their special requests, celebrations and expectations. I get energy from solving problems and doing the best I can and I love that every day is different and full of surprises. I put my face to it, I take personal responsibility for my work, I like to take the hand of those who turn to me and accompany them throughout the experience we build together. It doesn't matter if I am asked a simple question or a request that may seem impossible: my function is to try to satisfy every Desire. I look forward to welcoming you warmly here at NH Collection Brussels Center to offer you a memorable experience!