Everard 'T Serclaes (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Everard 'T Serclaes?
What makes it 44% Baby-Friendly: A quick photo with a stroller is feasible, but narrow cobbles, no shade, seating, or diaper change sites mean lengthy stays are uncomfortable; check cafés for facilities.
Positives:
- Free Good-Luck Tradition: No admission fee and a fun ritual that delights adults and babies alike.
- Central Location: Steps from Grand-Place and other landmarks, minimizing extra travel.
Challenges:
- No On-Site Baby Facilities: No changing tables or restrooms at the statue; plan a pit stop nearby.
- Crowded Narrow Passage: The gallery arch can get busy, making stroller use awkward.
What is Everard 'T Serclaes?
- A bronze bas-relief sculpture installed within a covered arcade at the corner of Rue Charles Buls and the Grand-Place
- A commemorative monument depicting 14th-century Brussels hero Everard ’t Serclaes, crafted by sculptor Julien Dillens in 1897
- An integral element of the historic streetscape, seamlessly set into the ornate gallery archway of central Brussels
What is so special about Everard 'T Serclaes for with baby?
- Touch the bronze wrist for a quick good-luck ritual.
- Capture a family photo under the historic gallery arch.
- Free admission and steps from Grand-Place.
- Nearby baby-changing rooms at Brussels City Museum.
- Ideal for a short, stroller-friendly outing.
Note: Everard 'T Serclaes is 44% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Brussels for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: A quick stop at the statue and nearby sites fits within 2-3 hours without tiring the baby.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Everard 'T Serclaes
Rub for Luck:
Use your left hand to touch Everard ’t Serclaes’s bronze wrist for good luck.
Tip: Hold your baby securely and reach around the small crowd.
Family Photo Stop:
Pose together under the covered gallery arch with Grand-Place in view.
Tip: Go early or late to avoid peak crowds for clearer shots.
Baby-Care Room Nearby:
Visit Brussels City Museum for free baby-changing facilities.
Tip: Museum opens 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily except Monday; first Sunday free.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Everard 'T Serclaes
- Use a Baby Carrier: Switch to a carrier for easier passage through the narrow arch.
- Combine Visits: Pair with a quick tour of Manneken Pis and Jeanneke Pis within 10 minutes’ walk.
Reviews of Everard 'T Serclaes
Л. В.
It’s tradition to touch it for good luck!
Dwi Febriyan
My tour guide said that if you touch the statue from head to toe, you’ll come back to Brussels but if you go from toe to head, it’s bad luck. I’m not sure if I believe it, but I touched it anyway from head to toe. Funny enough, I’ve been back to Brussels multiple times! Coincidence? Maybe. But it’s a fun little tradition to try.
Krzysztof Zakowicz
In a bronze statue of the Belgian hero. People touching in certain places, where some say it will bring you luck others have no idea why they touch it. Personal preference I suppose.
Duc C. Nguyên
Monument à Éverard t’Serclaes, 1902 by Julien Dillens Everard t’Serclaes: the 14th-century Brussels hero who snuck into the city, kicked out the Flemish, became a five-time alderman, and then got fatally ambushed over a land dispute. Today, his bronze statue stays shiny because everyone rubs it for luck — apparently, giving his arm a good polish can grant wishes and guarantee a return to Brussels...
Graeme Lynch
Fantastic looking sculpture which we noticed everyone touching as we left Grand Place. Took some pictures and found out later that if you touch it you will have good luck. So I recommend touching it and not just taking pictures like we did.
When is the best time to visit Everard 'T Serclaes (Brussels, Belgium)?
In winter, bundle your baby warmly under the gallery arch. In summer, visit early to avoid midday crowds and find shade.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Éverard ’t Serclaes statue visit | EUR 0 |
| Snack at nearby café | EUR 5 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 5 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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