The Comic Strip Wall
Belgium
Capture a photo at the Nero Mural, a colorful tribute to one of Belgium’s beloved comic characters.
Contents
10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to one of the most vibrant and unique facets of Brussels urban fabric, the Comic Strip Route. As we stand here, surrounded by the echoes of historical architecture, we are also in the presence of what Belgians proudly…
Listen in the app2The Genesis — The Broussaille Wall
To understand the evolution of this route, we must look at its inception. We are currently at the intersection of Rue du Marche au Charbon and Rue des Teinturiers, the site of the very first mural inaugurated in July 1991. …
Listen in the app3The Iconic Escape — Tintin and the Fire Escape
We have moved a short distance to Rue de l’Etuve 37, where we find perhaps the most globally recognized mural of the entire collection. Here, we see Tintin, Captain Haddock, and the faithful terrier Snowy, or Milou, scuttling…
Listen in the app4Gallic Resilience — Asterix and Obelix
Venturing further, we encounter the colossal figures of Asterix and Obelix. This mural is one of the largest in Brussels, a fitting tribute to a series that has sold more than 300 million albums worldwide and been translated into…
Listen in the app5A Celestial Canopy — The Smurfs Mural
Now, we must look up. Located right next to the Brussels Central Station is one of the most clever and 'epic' murals on our route: the Smurfs, or 'Les Schtroumpfs' as they are known in their native French. …
Listen in the app6The Clumsy Anti-Hero — Gaston Lagaffe
Near the Place de la Monnaie, or Mint Square, we find a mural dedicated to one of the most lovable characters in the Franco-Belgian pantheon: Gaston Lagaffe. In French, 'la gaffe' means 'the blunder', and Gaston is the…
Listen in the app7The Lone Cowboy — Lucky Luke
Next, we transition from the urban office to the mythic American West with Lucky Luke. Created by the Belgian cartoonist Morris in 1946, Lucky Luke is a cowboy who can shoot faster than his own shadow. …
Listen in the app8Domestic Surrealism — Spike and Suzy
As we move toward the Marolles district, we encounter a mural featuring 'Suske en Wiske', known in English as Spike and Suzy and in French as 'Bob et Bobette'. This series is incredibly important because it originated in the…
Listen in the app9Final Reflections — The Enduring Mural Legacy
Our journey through the Comic Strip Route concludes here, back where we began, having witnessed the incredible diversity of Belgium's graphic heritage. We have seen how the city uses its walls to tell stories, to celebrate its…
Listen in the app10Closing
As we close this chapter of our exploration, let the images of the Ninth Art linger in your mind. The Comic Strip Route of Brussels is more than a tourist attraction; it is a profound cultural statement. …
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What is The Comic Strip Wall?
The Comic Strip Wall is a place in Belgium with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Belgium |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 10 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 50.8485, 4.3417 |
| Last updated |
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