So, why did I mention that Mons in Magical in the last post? why do I feel its the Cultural Capital of Belgium? Well, Mons isn't as popular as Brussels or Bruges, but Mons has a total of 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in and around it (that's actually 4 in the UNESCO list, but individual sites counts to 8 - read more about this count) plus a UNESCO recognized event, plus a UNESCO Memory of the World collection as well. Let's begin this with the Neolithic Flint Mines at Spiennes, in the outskirts of Mons.
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I came to know of this place about 9-10 months back when I was in the 3rd trimester. The problem was then, pregnant women aren't allowed here. Reason - that in the above pic. The mines are located 10 meters under ground which are only accessible with a ladder and with big bump in front of you, climbing down a ladder isn't really safe. Now, I thought I could back carry her in a baby carrier and go down, but when I went there I realized that wouldn't be safe either, and anyways, the minimum age to enter was 10! So Mr.V generously accepted to stay above ground and take care of Atyudarini while I explored the mines!
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To Stay:
Hotels and B&Bs at all price points are available in Mons Town Centre.
Here’s my review of Hotel Dream where I stayed.
To Get There:
From Mons Railway staion: 6km
On Google Maps: Silex's Neolithic Flint Mines
Nearest bus stop: Hyon Eglise served by City'O Circuit
This is located 1.8km from the site and buses run every 15 mins from Mons Station.
Entry Ticket & Timings:
Its open only Spring and Summer - Tue to Sun: 10AM to 4PM
Only 36 (12 x 3) people are allowed in the underground mines everyday.
Individual entry ticket of ground floor exhibition: 6€
Individual entry ticket incl underground flint mines descent: 14€
Group entry ticket (upto 12 persons) only for underground flint mines descent: 95€
Reservation can be done via phone or email - +32 6533 5580 or groupes@ville.mons.be
Visit for individuals is only during weekends and group visits are possible during weekdays.
Its open only Spring and Summer - Tue to Sun: 10AM to 4PM
Only 36 (12 x 3) people are allowed in the underground mines everyday.
Individual entry ticket of ground floor exhibition: 6€
Individual entry ticket incl underground flint mines descent: 14€
Group entry ticket (upto 12 persons) only for underground flint mines descent: 95€
Reservation can be done via phone or email - +32 6533 5580 or groupes@ville.mons.be
Visit for individuals is only during weekends and group visits are possible during weekdays.
My complete Mons travelogue: Neolithic Flint Mines at Spiennes, Grand Hornu, Bois du Luc, The 4 boat lifts on Canal Theiu and Strepy Theiu, Mons Belfry & Mundaneum, Churches of Mons