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Vieille Montagne Museum

Museum_Vieille_Montagne

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Kelmis

Museum/Exhibition

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Museum Vieille Montagne: Auf den Spuren von Galmei und Neutral‑Moresnet

Experience the fascinating history of a small area that was highly coveted for its mineral resources: Neutral Moresnet - a forgotten "dwarf state" and "no man's land" between Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands. Discover the raw material zinc, 19th-century plastic, mining and the fascinating world of minerals. What does Kelmis have to do with Napoleon's bathtub? Why was the border triangle once a border triangle? The answers and other exciting stories can be found in the Vieille Montagne Museum - interactive and exciting for young and old.

Impressions

MVM

General information

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday:
10:00 to 17:00
Saturday, Sunday:
11:30 to 17:00

Geschlossen an folgenden Tagen 2026: 1. Januar, 12. Februar, 6. April, 1. Mai, 14. Mai, 25. Mai, 21. Juli, 15. August, 1. November, 11. November, 24.-26. Dezember, 31. Dezember

Days off:
Monday

Bad weather offer
for any weather
for groups
for school classes
for families
for individual guests
Suitable for seniors
for children (all ages)
Suitable for baby carriages

Audioguides in Deutsch, Englisch, Französisch und Niederländisch sind im Preis enthalten. Der Eintritt ist kostenlos für Inhaber*innen folgender Karten: MuseumsPASSmusées, Passeport 365, ICOM-Karte. Lehrer mit der Carte Prof, Lerarenkaart oder Lehrerkarte haben freien Eintritt zzgl. 2€ pro Audioguide.

Reduced price for: Pensioners, students and people with disabilities

Price adult: 8,00 €
Reduced price: €6.50
Children (6-17 years): €5.50
Groups (10 or more people): €5.00
Families (2 adults, 3 children): €24.00

Bus route 24 runs from Aachen's old town to the "Dépôt SADAR" stop. From there it is a 2-minute walk to the museum.

Das Museum ist barrierefrei.

Arrival & Contact

Lütticher Straße 278, 4720 Kelmis

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