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Manneken Pis: Brussels' Cheeky Icon
Discover the cheeky charm of Brussels' most famous little statue, a symbol of the city's humor and rebellious spirit.
Manneken Pis, a small bronze fountain sculpture of a boy urinating, is a beloved symbol of Brussels. Located near the Grand Place, the statue embodies the city's humor and rebellious spirit, attracting visitors from around the globe. Its extensive wardrobe, displayed at the GardeRobe MannekenPis museum, adds to its unique charm.
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A brief summary to Manneken Pis
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Brussels, Brussel, 1000, BE
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Getting There
Walking
Manneken Pis is located a short walk from the Grand Place in the heart of Brussels. From the Grand Place, walk south on Rue Charles Buls, then turn right onto Rue de l'Étuve/Stoofstraat. The statue is located at the junction of Rue du Chêne/Eikstraat and Rue de l'Étuve/Stoofstraat. There is no fee to see the statue.
Public Transport
The closest metro station to Manneken Pis is Bourse - Grand-Place/Beurs - Grote Markt, which is served by lines 4 and 10. From the station, walk south on Rue Paul Devaux, then turn left onto Rue de l'Étuve/Stoofstraat. The statue will be on your left at the junction with Rue du Chêne/Eikstraat. A single fare is typically €3.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Brussels. A taxi from Brussels Central Station to Manneken Pis typically costs between €6 and €8 and takes approximately 3 minutes. Ride-sharing services like Uber are also available.
Local tips
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Visit early in the morning or later in the evening to avoid crowds.
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Check the schedule to see if Manneken Pis is dressed in costume during your visit.
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Visit the GardeRobe MannekenPis museum to see the statue's extensive wardrobe.
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Manneken Pis, meaning "Little Pissing Man" in Dutch, is a landmark bronze fountain sculpture in central Brussels, depicting a naked little boy urinating into the fountain's basin. Though its existence is attested as early as the mid-15th century, the current statue was redesigned by the Brabantine sculptor Jérôme Duquesnoy the Elder and put in place in 1619. The original statue is now housed in the Brussels City Museum.
Standing at 55.5 cm (21.9 in) tall, the statue has become one of the best-known symbols of Brussels and Belgium, inspiring several legends. One story tells of a young boy who saved the city by extinguishing a fire with his urine. Another tale suggests the statue commemorates a boy who relieved himself on enemy troops during a siege, demoralizing them and helping to protect the city.
The Manneken Pis is regularly dressed up in costumes, with a wardrobe consisting of around one thousand different outfits. These costumes are given by various presidents and are managed by a non-profit organization. The wardrobe is exhibited in a dedicated museum called GardeRobe MannekenPis. The statue embodies the spirit of Brussels and is known for its unique form of local humor.
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