Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon

Catholic church · Elsene

Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon

Catholic church · Elsene

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Rue des Sablons, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

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Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null
Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon by null

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Gothic architecture, baroque chapels, stained glass, royal connection  

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Rue des Sablons, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Get directions

fondsamiseglisesablon.be

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Rue des Sablons, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Get directions

+32 2 647 95 39
fondsamiseglisesablon.be

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wheelchair accessible entrance
restroom

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Aug 7, 2025

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"A Pretty Church with a Royal Connection in Brussels While Brussels Sablon Square is most famous for shopping (especially if you are in the market for Belgian chocolate) it’s well worth visiting the pretty church at the top of the triangle. The Église Notre Dame du Sablon (Church of Our Lady of Sablon) is a late Gothic church with a royal connection. The church is the starting point for the annual Ommegang procession, commemorating the arrival of Charles V in Brussels. Notre Dame de Sablon was built for the Grand Serment Royal et de Saint-Georges des Arbalétriers de Bruxelles, the crossbow guild of Brussels. Inside the church you can see hints of this connection in the stained glass windows, featuring crossbowmen. The crossbow guild’s other connection to Notre Dame de Sablon is seen during their shooting competitions. The most difficult event consists of shooting 36 meters straight up into the air, to hit a tiny metal bird target. The distance is taken from the ground to the top of the steeple of the church, where the target used to be placed."

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"A Pretty Church with a Royal Connection in Brussels While Brussels Sablon Square is most famous for shopping (especially if you are in the market for Belgian chocolate) it’s well worth visiting the pretty church at the top of the triangle. The Église Notre Dame du Sablon (Church of Our Lady of Sablon) is a late Gothic church with a royal connection. The church is the starting point for the annual Ommegang procession, commemorating the arrival of Charles V in Brussels. Notre Dame de Sablon was built for the Grand Serment Royal et de Saint-Georges des Arbalétriers de Bruxelles, the crossbow guild of Brussels. Inside the church you can see hints of this connection in the stained glass windows, featuring crossbowmen. The crossbow guild’s other connection to Notre Dame de Sablon is seen during their shooting competitions. The most difficult event consists of shooting 36 meters straight up into the air, to hit a tiny metal bird target. The distance is taken from the ground to the top of the steeple of the church, where the target used to be placed."

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Alex Matheson

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This 700 year old church was a pleasure to behold! I love gothic architecture and Our Lady does not disappoint. The lighting on an overcast day was awe-inspiring. The stained glass is special in this small church and the artwork, especially the carved wooden pulpit, was breathtaking. It’s such a joy and a privilege to be able to visit places like this.

Nerine Cummins

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Located at Rue des Sablons, 1000 Brussels, Belgium 🇧🇪. Without a doubt, one of the most impactful churches I have been to. The gothic architecture is so beautiful and intricate. The church is located in the well known suburb of the Sablon, famous for its antiques shops and chocolate makers. It’s open 365 days a year and is FREE 🆓 entry. It attracts over 500,000 visitors a year. The church was built in the 15th century and was patronised by the nobility and wealthy citizens of Brussels. The stain glass windows were amazing as was the carved wooden pulpit. It was wonderful to just explore the church and the amazing high arches and the carvings and the paintings and I could go on and on. The church just surrounds you with a feeling of peace and calm. The windows gave a gorgeous light display into the church from the light from the sun. It was a perfect sight. I felt so blessed and privileged to be a visitor to this church and would definitely suggest to anyone coming to Brussels. Thumbs up!!! 👍👍👍

Victor Yang

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This magnificent architecture is not far away from the central railway station of Brussels. If you are a tourist in a hurry, this great monument deserves a short stop and glance.

Denycia Haley

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Stunning and absolutely worth a visit. I enjoyed the deeper color scheme than your typical cathedral in the pulpit area.

Mike Whelan

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A stunning church dedicated to Our Lady. We were very lucky to meet a truly wonderful young music student,Maria,a volunteer who gave us a guided tour of the church. She is very knowledgeable and eager to share her knowledge about the church with us. Being in a place of devotion and prayer for the Roman Catholic Faithful,it was also inspiring to share with her the simplicity of our shared Faith. It was for my family and I very memorable visit, due mainly to our guide. Thank you Maria.

Lukasz Zbylut

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Beautiful church, if you get lucky you will hear musicians and singers practice.

Frederick Bradbury V

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This is an amazing gothic church in Brussels. It has a great exterior surrounded by some trees which is a nice touch. The interior has some of the best stained glass I have seen in Brussels. I highly recommend visiting this church.

Marko Žigo

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Impressive church in a nice part of town. Amazingly large and detailed windows.