Guided tour: Regional Natural Science Museum

in Mons

  • Created in 1839, the Regional Natural Science Museum covers numerous aspects related to nature, the environment, and natural sciences. Birds, mammals, and invertebrates are displayed within an invaluable collection of over 10,000 pieces, including some extremely rare ones such as an albino macaque from the Philippines or a 2.1-meter sturgeon once caught in the Haine River! And let’s not forget our exceptional piece, the skeleton of Giant Constantin, standing 2.58 meters tall! Under...

    Created in 1839, the Regional Natural Science Museum covers numerous aspects related to nature, the environment, and natural sciences. Birds, mammals, and invertebrates are displayed within an invaluable collection of over 10,000 pieces, including some extremely rare ones such as an albino macaque from the Philippines or a 2.1-meter sturgeon once caught in the Haine River! And let’s not forget our exceptional piece, the skeleton of Giant Constantin, standing 2.58 meters tall! Under renovation, please check the museum's opening status in advance. Open on weekdays from 8:30am to 12pm and from 1pm to 5pm Closed on weekends and public holidays.

  • Spoken languages
    • French