Everard 'T Serclaes (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Everard 'T Serclaes?
What makes it 62% Kids-Friendly: Children enjoy the wish-making ritual and nearby scavenger walk, yet heavy crowds, no toilets, and no hands-on exhibits limit comfort, so plan just a short visit.
Positives:
- No admission fee: The monument is free to visit any time, so you can add it to any itinerary.
- Central location: Located next to Grand-Place, you can easily reach other attractions on foot.
Challenges:
- Crowded passage: The narrow gallery can fill quickly, making social distancing hard.
- No onsite facilities: There are no toilets or seating under the arch; plan breaks nearby.
- Slippery when wet: Bronze and stone can become slippery in rain, watch kids closely.
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 kids?
- Kids love making wishes on the bronze knight’s wrist for luck
- The covered arch frames great family photos of Grand-Place
- Free outdoor stop that links to four famous Brussels statues
- Short visit perfect for young children’s attention spans
Recommended visit duration: 0.5-1 hour
Why 0.5-1 hour visit duration is ideal for with kids: Families can touch the statue and take photos without overstaying.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Everard 'T Serclaes
Touch the knight's wrist:
Kids can rub the statue’s wrist to make a wish and bring good luck.
Tip: Use the left hand on the bronze wrist as tradition suggests.
Photo under the arch:
Pose together under the covered arch framing Grand-Place.
Tip: Stand close to include the statue relief and the square in one shot.
Pis statues scavenger hunt:
Walk from Everard 't Serclaes to Manneken, Jeanneke and Zinneke Pis.
Tip: Plan the route on a map and pause for waffles along the way.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Everard 'T Serclaes
- Visit early: Arrive just after 9 AM to enjoy the statue before crowds gather.
- Combine with snacks: Stop at Rue Charles Buls vendors for quick waffles between photo ops.
- Use a map: Download a simple map of central Brussels to guide your Pis scavenger hunt.
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)?
The passage offers light cover but stays cold in winter. In summer, go early to avoid midday crowds.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Statue visit | EUR 0 |
| Family waffle snack | EUR 16 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 16 |
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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Address: Grand Place 9, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
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