Mesen Historical Museum (Messines)

The small museum contains a collection of weapons, uniforms, pictures and photographs, maps and documents. The museum also has an exhibition on the history of Messines and the abbey.

Mesen Museum Opening Hours

Monday - Friday from 09.00 - 12.00 and 13.00 - 17.00 hours.

From Easter - 11th November the museum is open on Sundays from 14.30 - 17.30 hours.

Location

The museum is located in the centre of Messines (known locally by its Flemish name, Mesen) in the town hall on the market place.

Contact Details

Tourist Office, City Hall, Markt 1, 8957 Messines, Belgium

Telephone: +32 (0)57 44 50 41

Fax: +32 (0)57 48 65 63

Email: toerisme@mesen.be

Web: www.mesen.be

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