La Patrouille des CastorsTwo scouts painting a wall — though in the comics they get up to far more exciting adventures. One of the first stops on the Brussels Comic Strip Route.
JojoA mural created by André Geerts for the Brussels Comic Book Route, in the lively Marolles neighbourhood.
Boule et BillBoule and his cocker spaniel Bill, from the beloved family comic created by Belgian artist Jean Roba. A charming and instantly recognisable scene.
Le ChatPhilippe Geluck's famous philosophical cat, who had his own daily strip in Belgian newspaper Le Soir for 30 years. On the route since 1993.
Le Petit GiletA political commentary mural by Belgian artist Aurélie William Levaux, painted inside a tunnel under the railway near Brussels Midi station.
La Voie LactéeA depiction of the Milky Way and its constellations, inspired by a similar mural at Grand Central Station in New York. By Brussels-born artist Mathilde Van Gheluwe.
Les Ancêtres BienveillantsA beautiful homage to the people of the Marolles neighbourhood, depicted watching over their community. By Belgian artist Fabienne Loodts.
Odilon VerjusAn adventure comic set in the 1930s, featuring the main character and his apprentice alongside a cameo from Josephine Baker. Created by Yann Le Pennetier and Laurent Verron.
Blondin et CirageA pioneering Belgian comic from the 1930s by Jijé. Two characters whose friendship was groundbreaking for its time.
LeonardThe inventor Leonard, painting the Palais de Justice — which this mural actually overlooks. Created by Turk and De Groot.
SpirouThe iconic comic magazine mascot, first created in 1938 by Robert Velter. One of Belgium's most beloved comic characters.
Passe-Moi l'CielA comedic comic about the afterlife by Janry and Stuf, right next to the Palais de Justice with its panoramic views over Brussels.
Benoit BriseferA small boy with superhuman strength, created by Peyo — who also created The Smurfs. He's jumping to great heights in this mural on Rue Haute.
Blake & MortimerAn MI5 agent and a physicist on all sorts of adventures. This mural has famously moved three times and has been on its current wall since 2021.
Quick and FlupkeTwo little troublemakers from the Marolles area — the same neighbourhood where their creator Hergé grew up.
Le Jeune AlbertA troublemaker of a young boy living in post-war Brussels, created by French comic artist Yves Chaland.
XIIIA hero with amnesia trying to piece together his identity. One of the most mature and realistic comics on the route, adapted into video games and TV series.
Yoko TsunoA breakthrough comic from the 70s — Yoko Tsuno was one of the first women to headline her own comic. An electrical engineer trained in martial arts. Created by Roger Leloup.
ThorgalA fantasy comic combining Norse mythology with science fiction, from the 1980s. Written by Jean Van Hamme, illustrated by Grzegorz Rosinski.
Froud & StoufTwo little blue dogs, created after their television counterpart. The mural cleverly incorporates the boarded-up windows of the building into the design.
Kinky and CosyTwo blonde troublemakers who wreak havoc in Belgian culture magazine Focus Vif. Created by comic artist Nix.
Monsieur JeanAward-winning French comic artists Philippe Dupuy and Charles Berberian tell the tales of a young Parisian writer. One of the few French contributions to the route.
Olivier RameauTwo young notary clerks who stumble into a sort of fantasyland. Created by Greg and Dany — and just up the street from Manneken Pis.
TintinBelgium's most famous comic character, right in the heart of Brussels. Hergé's Tintin has been running since 1929 and still sells 1 million copies a year.
Le PassageA parallel world called the Obscure Cities, heavily inspired by Brussels itself. Created by François Schuiten and Benoît Peeters.
LGBTA celebration of pride in Brussels, created in collaboration with Rainbow House by Fotini Tikkou and Ralf König. A favourite on the route.
BroussailleThe very first mural on the Brussels Comic Book Route, installed in 1991. A gentle, nature-loving boy who loves to wander — created by Frank Pé.
Victor SackvilleA WWI spy working for King George V, travelling the world on dangerous missions. Artist Francis Carin is famed for his incredible architectural detail.
Ric HochetA journalist-detective who dabbles in fantasy. In the mural, Ric Hochet swings from a gutter to rescue a woman from a strange monster.
DucobuA little school troublemaker, fittingly painted on the walls of a primary school. Created by Zidrou.
NeroOne of the Big Three in Flemish comic culture, with countless political cameos and satirical humour. Created by Marc Sleen.
L'Ange de SambreA mysterious angel from the dark comic series XXciel.com, taking a haunting look at 20th century European violence. Just down the road from Zinneke Pis.
In My Area (For Kato)Created by Scottish artist Lucy McKenzie, now living in Brussels. The mural is filled with small homages to Brussels comic art — a very unique piece.
Lucky LukeOne of Europe's best-selling western comics, following the cowboy Lucky Luke and his horse. Created by Morris, with spin-offs including board games and live-action films.
Asterix and ObelixTwo of the most famous comic characters in the world — a group of Gauls resisting Roman occupation using magic potions. 37 volumes and their own theme park in France.
Tour a PlombThe first mural on the route to celebrate an artist's full portfolio rather than one comic. Features characters from across Zidrou's career, installed in 2018.
Caroline BaldwinA gritty, adult private detective comic set in a dangerous America. André Taymans' greatest success, disproving the myth that comics are just for children.
Les Rêves de NicNic's dreams, depicted as floating in the sky surrounded by animals. A whimsical and gentle mural by Hermann.
Cori the Ship's BoyAn orphan rescued by the Dutch East India Company who goes on to explore Southeast Asia, Africa, America and the Arctic. Created by Bob De Moor.
Jardin aux FleursOne of the largest murals on the route, painted around a little garden by Belgian cartoonist Brecht Evans. A beautiful display of his unique artistic style.
CubitusAn anthropomorphic dog who cheekily replaces Manneken Pis atop the fountain in this mural. Created by Dupa.
Billy the CatA young boy reincarnated as a street cat after being hit by a car — a darker origin story than the playful mural suggests. Created by Colman and Desberg.
Corto MalteseThe largest mural on the route, displayed next to the Brussels canal. A Maltese sailor on adventures in the early 20th century, published in French magazine Pif in the 1970s.
Le Grand Loup qui Porte le MoutonA striking mural by Dominique Goblet, commissioned by the local neighbourhood in 2017 as part of an effort to feature more female artists on the route.
Bob & BobetteComedy, fantasy and science fiction come together in this family comic by Willy Vandersteen. Still running daily in Belgian newspaper De Standaard, with Manneken Pis making a cameo.
La VacheA super-smart secret agent who happens to be a cow. Found inside the Sleep Well Youth Hostel, with homages to Tintin, Le Chat and many other Brussels classics.
CrocodilesA powerful mural making a statement about the sexual harassment of women, depicting men as crocodiles. A reminder that comic art can carry serious social messages.
Gaston LagaffeThe smallest mural on the route, celebrating the lazy and loveable Gaston who lands himself a job at the Journal de Spirou. Created by André Franquin.
Le ScorpionA historical action comic set in 1800s Rome, by Stephen Desberg and Enrico Marini. Near the stunning St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral.
SmurfsThe grand finale — one of the best murals on the entire route. Peyo first introduced The Smurfs in the 1950s and they have since conquered movies, theme parks, video games and more.