Ostend: Museum
Places and attractions in the Museum category
Fort Napoleon
Nestled in the coastal city of Ostend, Belgium, Fort Napoleon stands as a historical gem and a testament to the country's rich military past. This imposing fortress, now converted into a museum, was originally constructed in the early 19th century under the orders of...
Atlantic Wall open-air museum
The Atlantic Wall Open-Air Museum in Ostend, Belgium, offers a unique glimpse into the coastal fortifications built by Nazi Germany during World War II. This historical site is part of the extensive Atlantic Wall defense system, which stretched along the western coast...
Mu.ZEE
Mu.ZEE is a contemporary art museum nestled in the heart of Ostend, Belgium. This cultural institution is dedicated to promoting and exhibiting Belgian art from the 19th century to the present, offering visitors a deep dive into the rich tapestry of the country's...
Mercator Ship
The barquentine Mercator was built as a training ship for the Belgian merchant fleet. She was named after Gerardus Mercator, a Belgian cartographer. She was designed by G.L. Watson & Co. and built in Leith, Scotland and launched in 1932.
Mercator Ship
Restored 1930s ship-turned-museum The barquentine Mercator was built as a training ship for the Belgian merchant fleet. She was named after Gerardus Mercator, a Belgian cartographer. She was designed by G.L. Watson & Co. and built in Leith, Scotland and launched in 1932.
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