[2025 Brussels Attraction] Travel Guide for Saint Jacques-sur-Coudenberg (Updated Jul)

Access: A short walk from Koning Station Tourist attractions: Adjacent to Place Royale This seems to be the church where the Belgian royal family has been baptized for generations, and the history and family tree are displayed in the chapel. The pipe organ was also made by the famous organ maker Pierre Schyven.

#newyearnewtrip Saint-Jacques-sur-Coudenberg (also known as Church of St. James on Coudenberg) is a Catholic church in Brussels, Belgium, located near the Place Royale and Mont des Arts. The church holds significant historical and architectural importance and is one of the main churches in the city. Saint-Jacques-sur-Coudenberg is a neoclassical-style church, with a magnificent façade that includes a dome and portico supported by classical columns.

📍Located in the center of Brussels, Belgium🇧🇪, the Church of St. James of Cottenburg was built between 1776 and 1787. It was later closed during the French Revolution and converted into a temple of reason and later into a temple of law. It has a long history. 🔷The church is adjacent to the Royal Palace of Brussels and overlooks the Royal Square. Starting from King Leopold I, members of the Belgian royal family have taken their oaths here. Masses and religious ceremonies are held regularly here. 🔶The interior of the church is relatively modern in style, but it is still very beautiful and clean; in addition, the exterior is magnificent and has beautiful columned porches, tiled pediments and domes. There is also an impressive equestrian statue in front of the church. ⭐️Standing in front of the church makes people feel comfortable and calm. #Belgium #Brussels #Church