Sculpture Madame Chapeau: A Brussels Icon
A whimsical bronze statue in Brussels embodying the city's humor, depicting Madame Chapeau from the classic play 'Bossemans et Coppenolle'.
The Sculpture Madame Chapeau, located on Rue des Moineaux in Brussels, is a bronze statue depicting a character from the play 'Bossemans et Coppenolle'. Created by Tom Frantzen, it embodies the city's humor and artistic spirit.
A brief summary to Sculpture Madame Chapeau
- Rue des Moineaux 8, Brussels, Pentagon, 1000, BE
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Take a moment to observe the details of the sculpture, including the rabbit and green onion in Madame Chapeau's handbag.
- Explore the surrounding streets for charming cafes and boutiques.
- Visit nearby cultural landmarks and galleries to delve deeper into Brussels' artistic heritage.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Grand Place, walk southeast on Rue Charles Buls toward Rue de l'Étuve. Turn right onto Rue de l'Étuve, then turn left onto Rue du Midi. Continue onto Rue des Moineaux; the Sculpture Madame Chapeau will be on the corner of Rue du Midi and Rue des Moineaux. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes. No costs are involved.
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Public Transport
From Brussels Central Station, take bus line 71 towards Delta and get off at the 'De Brouckère' stop. From there, walk along Rue du Midi until you reach Rue des Moineaux. The statue will be at the corner of the two streets. A single ticket costs €2.30.
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Taxi
From the city center, a taxi to Rue des Moineaux 8 will be a short ride. Taxi fares in Brussels start at €2.60, with a price per kilometer of €2.30 and a price per minute of €0.60. A 10-minute ride will likely cost between €10.70 and €17.00.
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