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MuseumsSite Name: Silex'sCountry: Belgium
NOTE: This site is 1.246 km away from the location you searched for.
Province: Hainaut Type: Museum
Nearest Town: Mons Nearest Village: Spiennes
Latitude: 50.420015N Longitude: 3.982496E
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The centre opened to the public on 5th April 2015, to replace a previous, more modest museum. .
In 2000, UNESCO listed the whole site.
Silex's gives access to some of the most spectacular mines. Visits are limited to 3 groups of 12 persons per day. Arrangements should be made with the Tourist Office of the City of Mons.
Address: Rue du Point du jour, 7032 Spiennes
In practice : set your navigator to (50.42275, 3.97720) and drive the last 500 m (towards the SE).
Official Web Site: Silex's
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