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A scene from the Gallo-Roman Museum

Gallo-Roman Museum in Tongeren

Take a journey into our region’s distant past

Photo: Trougnouf (Benoit Brummer) / Wikimedia Commons — CC BY 4.0 · License

From Neanderthal to Gallo-Roman

Anyone walking through Tongeren can sense everywhere they go that this is no ordinary city. Beneath its streets and squares lies a history stretching back thousands of years. At the Gallo-Roman Museum, you’ll discover how people in our region lived, worked, and lived together—from prehistory to the end of the Roman era.

The permanent exhibition brings together archaeological finds and human stories in an accessible way. This makes the museum fascinating for culture lovers, curious children, and anyone who truly wants to understand the region.

A cultural outing for any kind of weather

The museum is a great place to spend a quiet day and an ideal outing when the weather in Limburg isn’t cooperating. Combine your visit with a stroll through the historic center, past the Grote Markt, Ambiorix, and the Basilica of Our Lady.

If you visit on Sunday, you can combine this outing with the Tongeren Antiques Market. That way, a museum visit naturally turns into a full day filled with history, atmosphere, and surprising discoveries.

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Practical Planning

The museum is located at Museumkwartier 5 in Tongeren-Borgloon. Exhibitions, activities, and visitor policies are subject to change. Therefore, please check the official website of the Gallo-Roman Museum for the latest information and tickets before you go.

Hours, prices, and accessibility are subject to change. Always check the official website shortly before departure.

Places to Stay Near Tongeren

After experiencing the hustle and bustle of the city, it’s wonderful to come home to De Zwarte Stok. Our authentic 17th-century square farmhouse is nestled peacefully among the fields of Millen, with Tongeren and other cultural attractions within easy reach.

Choose a cozy room with breakfast, or stay with family and friends in one of our vacation homes. In the garden and on our terraces, time seems to slow down on its own.

Relaxing in the garden at De Zwarte Stok

Make your museum visit a relaxing experience

Combine culture in Tongeren with tranquility, hospitality, and the Haspengouw countryside.

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