Chapelle de la Madeleine (Mary Magdalene Chapel), Brussels
Just a short stroll from Brussels Park and not far from the bustling Grand Square, the exquisite Madeleine stands as one of the city' most splendid religious structures and one of its oldest. It is renowned for its architectural style characterized by the typical 13th-century red brickwork, along with its commanding grey stone nave and Gothic arches that gracefully surround the altar, creating a striking contrast with the modern lines of its 1950s stained glass windows. Despite undergoing several renovations, it retains its exceptional uniqueness.
The structure endured significant damage during the 1695 French bombardment, depicted in an engraving that portrays it amidst a scene of completely ravaged street buildings; however, thanks to a generous donation from the baker's guild, it was promptly reconstructed. Subsequently, it underwent restoration in the 1840s, and following the Second World War, it appeared destined for demolition. Yet, to everyone's astonishment, it was rescued once more in 1957, with the fa莽ade of the old Saint Anne chapel in the Brabant Baroque style, dating to 1665, being added. The fa莽ade's Baroque portal, dating to 1637, features representations of Christ, Mary Magdalene, and angels. The interior, now quite unassuming, no longer houses antique furnishings, but still warrants a visit.
Tip:
On the same street, at No. 55, you'll find Galerie Bortier, a beautiful neo-Renaissance building with a baroque facade that is now home to a collection of antique bookstores, where you may also discover English books if you take the time to explore the shelves.
The structure endured significant damage during the 1695 French bombardment, depicted in an engraving that portrays it amidst a scene of completely ravaged street buildings; however, thanks to a generous donation from the baker's guild, it was promptly reconstructed. Subsequently, it underwent restoration in the 1840s, and following the Second World War, it appeared destined for demolition. Yet, to everyone's astonishment, it was rescued once more in 1957, with the fa莽ade of the old Saint Anne chapel in the Brabant Baroque style, dating to 1665, being added. The fa莽ade's Baroque portal, dating to 1637, features representations of Christ, Mary Magdalene, and angels. The interior, now quite unassuming, no longer houses antique furnishings, but still warrants a visit.
Tip:
On the same street, at No. 55, you'll find Galerie Bortier, a beautiful neo-Renaissance building with a baroque facade that is now home to a collection of antique bookstores, where you may also discover English books if you take the time to explore the shelves.
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Chapelle de la Madeleine (Mary Magdalene Chapel) on Map
Sight Name: Chapelle de la Madeleine (Mary Magdalene Chapel)
Sight Location: Brussels, Belgium (See walking tours in Brussels)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Brussels, Belgium (See walking tours in Brussels)
Sight Type: Religious
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Walking Tours in Brussels, Belgium
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Start your journey by traveling towards the old part of the city, where you鈥檒l find the BOZAR Centre for Fine Arts, greatly admired... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.6 Km or 2.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.6 Km or 2.9 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
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The buildings around the Grand Place, all different but built within a very short period, admirably illustrate the Baroque... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.3 Km or 0.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.3 Km or 0.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
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