Carillon of the Mont des Arts

The carillon features twenty-four bells cast by Paccard and contains twelve painted figurines representing historical figures from Brussels beneath its star-shaped clock face.

The carillon was constructed for the 1958 World Fair in Brussels and completed in 1964 under the direction of architect Jules Ghobert.

The clock displays twelve bronze figurines, including representations of Godefroid de Bouillon, Philip the Good, Charles Quint, and Pierre Paul Rubens in chronological sequence.

The mechanical structure sounds two alternating folkloric melodies each hour, combining works from composers Gretry and Peter Benoit throughout the day.

The structure incorporates a bronze Jacquemart figure measuring 2.8 meters tall, depicting a citizen wearing a top hat who strikes the main bell.

Location: City of Brussels

Architects: Jules Ghobert

Part of: Palace of the Dynasty

GPS coordinates: 50.84462,4.35684

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:41