Antwerp, Belgium

Brabo Fountain

Brabo Fountain, Antwerp

Jef Lambeaux's bronze fountain, unveiled in 1887 at the heart of the Grote Markt. It shows the hero Silvius Brabo hurling a giant's severed hand into the Scheldt, the legend behind Antwerp's name, rising over 10 metres above a base of sea creatures.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Brabo Fountain, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 51.22128, 4.39961

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