Horlogeriemuseum, Mechelen

Name: Horlogeriemuseum
Address: Lange Schipstraat 13, Mechelen, 2800, Belgium
Telephone: +32 15 21 18 94

#15 among attractions in Mechelen

Museum, Specialty museum

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Horlogeriemuseum (address: Lange Schipstraat 13) is a place located in Mechelen (Vlaanderen region) and belongs to the category of museum, specialty museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 23 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 51°1'32"N latitude and 4°28'45"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Horlogeriemuseum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Mechelen Korenmarkt (bus, 3 min walk), Mechelen-Nekkerspoel (train, 15 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Church of Our Lady of Leliendaal (church, 2 min walk), Royal Carillon School "Jef Denyn" (museum, 3 min walk), Vismarkt (square, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 51°1'32"N, 4°28'45"E

Address

Lange Schipstraat 13MechelenMechelen 2800 Belgium

Contact

+32 15 21 18 94

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Horlogeriemuseum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Horlogeriemuseum open?

Horlogeriemuseum is open:

Monday 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 12 pm & 2 pm - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Horlogeriemuseum?

Nearby attractions include Church of Our Lady of Leliendaal, Mechelen (2 min walk), Royal Carillon School "Jef Denyn", Mechelen (3 min walk), Vismarkt, Mechelen (4 min walk), Schepenhuis, Mechelen (4 min walk).

How to get to Horlogeriemuseum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Horlogeriemuseum:

Bus

Mechelen Korenmarkt • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)

Train

Mechelen-Nekkerspoel (15 min walk)
Mechelen (15 min walk)