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Brussels, Capital of Comics: Heraclaws and Pawstrid and the Magical Murals

4.43Player rating
Play at your pace · usually 107 min 3.3 km Brussels App-guided
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The experience

About this quest

Join Heraclaws and Pawstrid on a thrilling adventure through Brussels, where comic murals come to life and a shadowy villain plots to erase these icons forever. From Tintin to the Smurfs and Lucky Luke, you’ll follow clues and uncover secrets at iconic spots like the Royal Galleries, the Grand-Place, Saint-Gery, and the famous Manneken Pis. Will you uncover the mysteries of the comic murals and help save these beloved characters before they fade away? 

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Comic fans and families with primary-age children can swap a printed mural map for a story game, helping Heraclaws and Pawstrid save Tintin, Lucky Luke, Asterix and the Smurfs from a villain across 16 stops. Couples get a relaxed daytime walk of 1.5 to 2 hours too. Pick something else if you want a live guide to answer questions, or have toddlers who cannot manage 3.3 km on foot.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

    Discover hidden comic murals scattered around the city center.Dive into the magic of comics in Europe’s comic capital.Take a look at souvenirs in the Tintin boutique.Manneken Pis isn’t the only “peeing” statue...Don’t miss the mischievous Zinneke Pis, Brussels' quirkiest dog statue.

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From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 1

    Open the app. You’re on your way.

    Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.

  2. 2

    Get outside. Follow your curiosity.

    Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.

  3. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

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Players exploring the city together

BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP

One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.

A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.

Team vs team

Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.

Everyone for themselves

One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.

Can a team share one phone?

Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.

Your walk, at a glance

Brussels

A · Start

Rue de l'Ecuyer 71, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

B · Finish

Zinneke Pis, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by Curiositas Mundus.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Curiositas Mundus

WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT

Your adventure, with a playful twist.

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Experience

This quest
Discover places through stories and clues in the app
Guided walking tour
Hear stories and ask a guide questions
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Pace

This quest
Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
Guided walking tour
Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4

Company

This quest
Explore with your own people or on your own
Guided walking tour
Private and shared group tours are available
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Guidance

This quest
Directions and challenges in the Questo app
Guided walking tour
Live interpretation from a guide

Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.

Good to know before you play

  • Best during the day
  • Best for couples
  • Recommended activity for families

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is this Brussels comic walk good for kids?
Yes. It is a recommended activity for families and suits primary-age children best. They follow a story about two heroes saving comic characters from a villain, solving clues at murals of Tintin, the Smurfs, Asterix and Lucky Luke. Plan for about 3.3 km of walking with plenty of stops.
Does the route pass the peeing dog statue in Brussels?
Yes. Zinneke Pis, the statue of the peeing dog, is one of the stops on the route. The walk also visits Manneken Pis and the GardeRobe of Manneken Pis, so you see the city's best-known little statues along with the comic murals.
Where does the walk start and how long does it take?
You start and finish at the Royal Theatre of the Galleries, so the route is a loop. It covers about 3.3 km and 16 stops, and most people take 1.5 to 2 hours. It is best played during the day, when the murals are easy to see.
Do we need to book a time, and can we pause?
No time slot is needed. You start whenever you like on your phone, with no guide or group to meet. You can pause at any point, stop for a waffle or a museum visit, and continue the game later from where you left off.
Can our family or friends play together?
Yes. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated for the quest. Everyone walks the same route together and works on the clues as a team, which makes it easy for parents and children or a group of friends to share.
What’s this comic book adventure all about?

You follow two characters—Heraclaws and Pawstrid—on a mission through Brussels’ murals. There’s a villain plotting to erase comic icons, so you solve puzzles, check out street art, and uncover secrets before these beloved murals vanish.

Who will enjoy this most—families, couples, solo travellers?

All of them! Families with kids will love the colourful murals and playful vibe, couples get a fun and quirky date, and solo travellers will dig discovering hidden corners of the city.

Is this a romantic idea for couples?

Yes, if you like art and exploring together! Walking through Grand-Place at golden hour, stopping by quaint squares, solving clues side by side—it’s got charm and adventure mixed.

Belgian comics context

A city shaped by bandes dessinées and public murals

Belgium developed an internationally influential comics tradition associated with creators and characters such as Hergé’s Tintin and the Smurfs of Peyo. Brussels celebrates that heritage through museums, publishers and a comic-strip mural route. Heraclaws, Pawstrid and their magical case are original Questo fiction; the city’s comics culture and murals are real. Playable languages: English, French, Dutch, Spanish, German.

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