- Bakel City is a fictional city in France. It is featured in the French comic book series "Les Aventures de Tintin" (The Adventures of Tintin) created by Belgian cartoonist Hergé. Bakel City is the hometown of the main character, Tintin. The city serves as the starting point for many of Tintin's adventures around the world. In the comics, Bakel City is depicted as a modern and bustling city with various landmarks and a diverse population.