There is no lack of culture and heritage in Limburg. From mining history that had a great influence on our landscapes to Belgium's first town, or fascinating works of art installed in the open space, ... Ready for a good dose of culture?

illuminated shafttowers C-mine in Genk

Limburg's mining heritage

No period has influenced Limburg to the extent that the mining era did. And nowhere else in Flanders will you find as much mining heritage as in our region. Today the mining sites of yesteryear have become interesting places that have been reinterpreted with respect for the past.
>> View the mining sites

monastery garden at the Teseum in Tongeren

Belgium's oldest town

Tongeren already existed in the time of the Romans. Even today, you can see many remnants of that rich history in the street scene of Belgium's first town. Get ready for a day trip and step back in time.
>> Visit Tongeren

Twijfelgrens, art in the open space in Borgloon

Art in the open space

Does art only belong in a museum? Not in Limburg. Here, you can spot art even in nature. And the artworks in the open space give an extra dimension to the landscape.
>> View all art in the open space

Halen - © Luc Daelemans

Small stories in a Great War

The First World War also had an enormous impact in Limburg. It may not be the big stories from the front line, but just the small stories from a Great War that leave a big impression.
>> Listen to the little stories

 

 

All cultural activities

House of Nature - House of Nature

House of Nature

LOMMEL
Enter the Sahara through the monumental steel sculpture "House of Nature. This imposing structure, 7.5 meters high and 50 meters wide, can be found at the edge of the Sahara and is the starting point of all Saharan walks.

From House of Nature depart several hiking trails that take you through sandy plains, past mirrored pools of water and quiet pine forests of the Sahara nature reserve. The trails vary in distance and difficulty, so there is a suitable hike for everyone. 
Im haus 1942 - sfeerbeeld3

BELEVINGSHUIS IM HAUS 1942

GINGELOM (BORLO)
Im Haus is an experience house dedicated to living history. Numerous dioramas take you back to how life was in Belgium at the time of the Second World War. All this happens under the guidance of the guide who explains the depicted situations and brings some interesting stories back to life. In the many rooms, time-related items and numerous mannequins in appropriate Second World War costumes will be on display.

Attention: only on reservation through www.imhaus1942.be
Een wandeling door het Genk van de twintigste eeuw. - Monument ter ere van de gesneuvelde Russische krijgsgevangenen op het kerkhof van Genk.

A walk through Genk in the twentieth century.

GENK
Genk changed in the twentieth century from a quiet rural commune into one of the most important industrial poles in Flandres. Neel Doff, a writer was an important witness of the beginning of this evolution. We talk about Russian prisoners and English pilotes. How did people live in the fifties in a garden suburb. And how did the car industry shape the city in the sixties.
Historische rondleiding door de dorpskern van Zonhoven - Gemeentehuis Zonhoven

Zonhoven, from a forbidden medieval market to Field Marshal Montgomery.

ZONHOVEN
Because of its location, Zonhoven was an important place in the Middle Ages. Although hardly known, far-reaching events took place in this village in more recent times.
Mijndepot Waterschei - Mijndepot bezoek

Mijndepot Waterschei

GENK
Fancy a unique visit to the Waterschei mine building? You can! Go on a trip in spring and summer with a former mine worker. He intersperses the tour with his personal stories. You will learn all about Genk's rich past and its mine site during the exhibition ‘Mijndepot’ with film and image material and objects from the mine.
Abdij van Herkenrode - Abdij van Herkenrode Copyright: Peter Straetemans

The Herkenrode abbey site

HASSELT (KURINGEN)
You can’t miss it: the old Herkenrode Abbey Site exudes tranquillity, a link to the past and hospitality. The historic buildings have been restored, enterprising partners have made it a place for everyone, and the surrounding nature reveals its charm every season. Herkenrode Abbey Site invites you to relax and enjoy at your own pace. There is so much to do here, but nothing is compulsory. There’s something for everyone.

Once upon a time Herkenrode was the richest women's abbey in the Low Countries. The historic buildings have now been beautifully restored. The Experience Centre immerses you in the history of this unique site. But Herkenrode Abbey Site is about more than just history.

It is also a 100-hectare oasis of peace in a stunning nature reserve. Around the Abbey buildings, footpaths lead you to De Wijers with its 1,001 ponds. In the Herb and Inspiration Garden, you become one with nature.

Herkenrode Abbey Site is also a place of contemplation. Visit Hans Op de Beeck's artwork 'The Quiet View' and let your gaze wander across a never-ending landscape.

By car
On the E313 (Antwerp-Liège) take exit 27 (Hasselt-West). Follow the N2 direction Herk-De-Stad. Just after Decathlon, turn right. From there, follow the signs to the Abbey Site’s free car park.

By public transport
Take the train to Hasselt station. At the station square take bus 51 Heusden to the stop 'Herkenrode Brug'.

By bike
The Abbey Site of Herkenrode is located between nodes 94 and 237 of the Limburg cycling route network.
Belfort Sint-Truiden - belfort Sint-Truiden

The Belfry, 25 years of Unesco World Herita

SINT-TRUIDEN
One of the three towers, that can be seen from the Market Place, is the 18th century Town Hall and is built around a medieval hall and belfry. The belfry tower features a renovated carillon with 50 bells and is protected as UN World Heritage. The renovated Town Hall, the eye catcher in the middle of the Market Place, is definitely worth a visit.

You can book a guided tour in the Town Hall. Reservation is required. Call +32 (0)11 70 18 18.

To mark the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Belfry Tower’s inclusion on the Unesco World Heritage List, we are opening up city hall from 1 May to 1 September 2024 for an educational encounter. An exhibition throws a look at the history, architecture of the Belfry Tower and the Belgian carillon culture, which was recognised as intangible world heritage in 2014.
Bocholter Brouwerijmuseum - oude brouwzaal

Bocholter Brouwerij Museum

BOCHOLT
Bocholter Brouwerij Museum is Europe’ largest brewery museum. It is located in the historical brewer’s house, right opposite the fermentations tanks of the Martens brewery.
Here the Martens family brewed beer from 1758 until mid 19th century.
Today it is a multifunctional museum of 4.000 m².
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