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Vieille Montagne Museum

Vieille Montagne Museum

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Kelmis

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Museum Vieille Montagne: In the Footsteps of Galmei and 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.

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MVM

General information

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

Closed on the following days in 2026: January 1, February 12, April 6, May 1, May 14, May 25, July 21, August 15, November 1, November 11, December 24–26, December 31

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

Audio guides in German, English, French, and Dutch are included in the price. Admission is free for holders of the following cards: MuseumsPASSmusées, Passeport 365, and ICOM Card. Teachers with a Carte Prof, Lerarenkaart, or Lehrerkarte receive free admission plus a €2 fee per audio guide.

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.

The museum is wheelchair accessible.

Arrival & Contact

Lütticher Straße 278, 4720 Kelmis

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