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Planning Your Visit to Museum Mayer van den Bergh at Maagdenhuis

Essential tips and information for seeing these classic masterpieces in Antwerp.

With the main historic building undergoing renovation, Museum Mayer van den Bergh currently showcases around 90 collection highlights at the nearby Maagdenhuis in Antwerp. This guide helps you plan your visit to experience Pieter Bruegel the Elder's famous Dulle Griet in its temporary home. Be sure to check official sources for the latest opening times and entry policies before heading out.

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How to visit Museum Mayer van den Bergh at Maagdenhuis in Antwerp: practical museum planning guide and visit strategy

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Use this how-to-visit guide for Museum Mayer van den Bergh at Maagdenhuis in Antwerp to plan timing, entry expectations, and key preparation details before arrival.

Visit overview

Plan your visit to the museum by booking an e-ticket in advance, as entry is managed via specific time slots. Capacity is limited, and only visitors with valid e-tickets are admitted. Group visits without a guide must be booked in advance.

Entry notes

Only visitors with a valid e-ticket will be admitted to the museum, which also applies to visitors entitled to free entry. The museum operates with timed entry, and visitors must respect the time slot stated on their ticket, entering between its start and end times. Once inside, you can stay as long as you wish. The tour starts through the new main entrance at the former horse-drawn carriage entrance.

Visit highlights

A combined ticket is available that includes the exhibition, the Rubens Experience, and the garden at the Rubenshuis, which is located a 500-metre walk away.

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How to reach Museum Mayer van den Bergh at Maagdenhuis by public transport in Antwerp

Transit options and station access

The museum is easily accessible by public transport. From Antwerp Central Station, it is about a 20-minute walk, or you can take a tram, pre-metro, or bus. Detailed travel options can be found on the De Lijn and De Waterbus websites.

How to reach Museum Mayer van den Bergh at Maagdenhuis by car in Antwerp

Driving and nearby road access

Follow the P-route towards the city centre. Nearby public car parks include Oudaen, Arenberg, Horta, Lombardia, and Scheldekaai Noord. Parking for people of reduced mobility can be found via the Antwerp City Parking website.

How to reach Museum Mayer van den Bergh at Maagdenhuis by bike in Antwerp

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How to reach Museum Mayer van den Bergh at Maagdenhuis on foot in Antwerp

Walking approach and local orientation

The museum is located approximately a 20-minute walk from Antwerp Central Station.

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