Manneken Pis

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Stoofstraat 46 Rue de l'Etuve (Eikstraat / Rue du Chêne) 1000 Brussels Belgium

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4sq SUs Belgium

Brussels’s most stylish ketje has over 800 outfits, incl. those of Nelson Mandela and Elvis Presley! His wardrobe containing gifts from around the world, is kept at the Museum of the City of Brussels.

VISITBRUSSELS

This bronze statuette , created in the 17th century by J. Duquesnoy, embodies the irreverent spirit of Brussels. From being a public fountain , the little fellow has now become a legendary figure. Read more

gav w

Mostly naked, sometimes dressed-up, always smaller than you think. This lump of leaky brass is maybe not the pride of Brussels, but the waffle vendors and pick-pockets love it.

Christina

Small guy with a large reputation!

Krishna Prasad

Nice history behind this and it changes it dress for over 700 times a year for events ! Try the belgian waffles with toppings for 1 euro next to it! Lots of shops selling godviva choca as well .

J Kofler

Landmark of Brussels; in the vicinity of Grand Place and next to lots of shops, so no detour necessary. Don't be disappointed, he is smaller than you think. Lucky if you get to see him dressed up!

Olivia Wall

Wasn't to hard to find with a map. Smaller than we imagined but cute . Absolutely worth a visit while in Brussels!

Elle Dorner

Go to the City Museum if you want to see the original Manneken! And try to find out what legend is been told about this little boy ;)

Valentin Calomme

While admiring this Belgian landmark , go check out the Poechenellekelder (the puppet's attic in dialect). It's the bar on the right. They have countless artifacts you will want to check out

Ovgu C. O.

Manneken Pis is the symbol of the Brussel so it's a must see statue . You can reach it through a short walk from Grote Markt.

Gabi Bulumac

It's strange what can make a country famous ???? Take some pictures ???? with this funny and lovely little boy ????

Les Auberges de Jeunesse

"Oh my god, he's so small !" Everyone says that. But do you know that little boy is so symbolic of the free-minded spirit of the "Brusseleirs" ? But don't take a pee in the middle of Grand Place ^^

DHR.com

This statue of a boy urinating on the fountain is one of the most important ones in the Brussels! You can even see him wearing different costumes . This is just a short walk from the Grote-Markt.

The Hotel. Brussels

In 1987 Manneken Pis received company in Brussels from "Jeanneke Pis": a little girl peeing. She's not far away so visit her as well : Impasse de la Fidélité (Fidelity Alley) close to Rue des Bouchers.

Olympus Belgium

Chocolates , fries or....Manneke Pis? A typically Belgian photo is best to shoot in the neighbourhood of this famous little man. Feel free to tweet it with #olympusZOB (Zoom on Brussels by @olympus_be)

Shambo W. ????

Late in the eve their is no crowds. Perfect for your #selfie shots

Thomas Craenen

This little statue is one of Belgium's most well known figures. It often is dressed in a special outfit depending on the occasion.

Moe Rustom

You should pass by and have a look, nothing much to it. Its not even the original one as it is been placed in a museum . But its more about what it represents.

drew tarvin

It's a bizarre statue but the stories around it are amazing. Louis XV gave the statue a medal so French Military have to salute when they walk by.

Daniela Ayers

Good for a laugh and tourist photos. The little statue wears different costumes throughout the year.

Emily

I mean, you gotta see it.

Will Belford

The ultimate symbol of the city . You can't visit Brussels and not see Manneken Pis, whose outfit changes all the time.

Christis Phoebus Jason

Nice to see but very very very small

Stefanus

Monumental art , and of course great taste of waffle

Quentin Lafon

You must visit this iconic place when you are in Brussels ! Smaller than believed !

Martin Jonasson

Just go and see him, and then go to the bar just next to it.

Hanneke Fialka

Every time I visit the Manneken seems so small....Still, this iconic statue is worth the visit. Every time.

Sai Nathan

It's a good place to visit. One of the most important tourist attractions .

Erwin Vanhecke

There is a discussion going on about this being the real Manneken Pis or not. There is the same statuette in the town of Geraardsbergen.

Christian Baker

Get there early. Like, 8am, lest you enjoy battling hordes of tourists with Nikons to see a 60cm tall statue .

Abed Aftabi

Everyone needs to see the place to belive there is nothing special there ????

Anfal Al Radwan

Unique Brussels icon amuses visitors on the corner of "rue de l'etuve & stroofstraat" since 1619

Kristina Mutalapova

Even if your expectations are low already this little guy will still disappoint you. However if you're around - go there to make sure and have a laugh )

Tom Amadigi

Good ???? place to visit for tourist ????

Thijs Niks

I guess you have to see if this is your first visit to Brussels, even though it will disappoint you. It's tiny and just… weird. Get a waffle to comfort yourself afterwards.

Anfal Al Radwan

A famous statue of a little boy peeing in a fountain is a perfect representative of the irreverent Belgian humor

Stephanie DeDecker

Tiny little boy peeing statue , it's hilarious watching people around this statue

Luis Urea

Wondering why this fancy and nice dress

Luis González Fernández

You see it because you have to see ... Min height where they exist, surrounded by huge amounts of tourists eager for an image that promises more than it delivers ...

Mujde McGuire

Sometimes this statue dressing costumes . It is funny :-) you can see a lot chocolate shop in around.

Sina Sayan

Been there done that thing, not even the real thing, original is in city museum . Avoid waffle shops nearby.

Carl Griffin

Possibly the most overrated tourist attraction ever. Best thing are the outfits that he occasionally wears.

Deema A. AlZamil

If you are in the area stop by to take a picture

Wai Kit Lai

Must visit in Brussels.

Tota Ali

This statute is like the Mona Lisa you'll be disappointed of the size but you have to see it!

Kostas Balasis

Very funny monument !

Olympus Belgium

Strike a statueing pose! But please don't offend your bystanders. :) Tweet it with #statueing and #olympusZOB (Zoom on Brussels by @olympus_be)

Marianne Clark

It's such a small statue I nearly walked past it but for the other tourists around. Seems like a good place to stop and look around.

Priya Tungrus

Busy for such a small statute! Visit the P pub near it to make it bearable!!

Francis Kinder

Yes, you'll get disappointed. Still, you have to see it with your own eyes, right?

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Brussels has sense of humor ???? Funny experience.....cute and strange this small interesting piece of art hidden in the wall ???? Take some pics you little perverse ???? ???????????? - Gabi Bulumac

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Great pub, right in front of Manneke Pis with a large selection of Belgian beers. Great decoration too. - Robin Bertels