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Mannekin Pis

Brussels, Belgium

Mannekin Pis Statue in Brussels Belgium

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The Belgians are a quirky lot. (But gosh they make great beer and chocolate!) There aren’t too many places that would proudly embrace as a national and city icon a small bronze fountain statue of a naked little boy peeing. And it’s not like this is some bawdy, oddly voyeuristic modern art–the bronze version that’s there now was first installed in 1619, replacing a similar stone version dating back perhaps to the 14th century. (Technically, the one you see there now dates only to 1965–the bronze original was stolen several times and is now on display in a much safer location indoors at the Museum of the City of Brussels on Grand Place, along with hundreds of his costumes.)

Mannekin Pis is on a corner in Brussels’ old town, a few blocks from the beautiful Grand Place. It’s not exactly the Eiffel Tower, but it has become probably the city’s most famous landmark. Crowds of tourists mill around it taking snapshots. Neuhaus chocolates surely pay a pretty penny in rent by snagging the spot next door. And colorful plastic statues of said little boy urinating are used to anything from chocolate to waffles to t-shirts and postcards.

And in case you’re thinking the whole thing sounds distastefully sexist, fear not. There’s now another statue of a little naked girl squatting to relieve herself across the other side of Grand Place (but it’s tucked away in a dark alley, obscured by a heavy grill, and generally much less impressive). Ah, the Belgians.

Photos of Mannekin Pis

Mannekin Pis Statue in Brussels Belgium Wide-Angle

Museum of the City of Brussels Belgium

Costumes at the Museum of the City of Brussels.

Mannekin Pis Statue in Brussels Belgium

Mannekin Pis Brussels Neuhaus Chocolate Shop

A chocolate shop display nearby.

Mannekin Pis Statue in Brussels Belgium Close-Up

Mannekin Pis Statue in Brussels Belgium

Original Mannekin Pis on display at the Museum of the City of Brussels Belgium

The original statue is on the display in the Museum of the City of Brussels, a few blocks away on the Grand Place.

Mannekin Pis Brussels Waffle Shop

Advertising a nearby waffle shop.

Mannekin Pis Costumes on Display at the Museum of the City of Brussels Belgium

More costumes at the Museum of the City of Brussels.

Mannekin Pis Statue in Brussels Belgium

Mannekin Pis Statue in Brussels Belgium Wide-Angle

Mannekin Pis Brussels Crowd of Tourists

What to Know Before You Go

It’s just a fountain on a street corner, so there are no tickets and it’s accessible 24 hours a day. There are often crowds of tourists taking selfies.

Sometimes it’s naked, as in these photos, and sometimes it’s dressed in a costume. You can see some of the costumes on display at the Museum of the City of Brussels on the Grand Place, a few blocks away.

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Travel Advice for Belgium

You can find the latest U.S. Department of State travel advisories and information for Belgium (such as entry visa requirements and vaccination requirements) here.

The British and Australian governments offer their own country-specific travel information. You can find the British Government's travel advice for Belgium here and the Australian Government's here.

Health & Vaccinations

The CDC makes country-specific recommendations for vaccinations and health for travelers. You can find their latest information for Belgium here.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.


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About David Coleman

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living.

I’m based in Washington, DC.

You can find my photography gear reviews and tips at havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.

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