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Hal Gate

The Hal Gate is an ancient monument in the city of Brussels, Belgium. It was built in the 14th century and is one of the last remaining vestiges of the city's medieval fortifications.

The Museum of the Hal Gate is an ideal place to discover the history of Brussels and its fortifications. It also houses a collection of historical and artistic objects, such as weapons, armor, paintings, and sculptures.

Practical information :
  • Ticket office and reception :

    - Tickets can be purchased at the reception desk or from a ticket machine.

  • Restrooms :

    - Accessible restrooms are available in the basement. These restrooms do not comply with accessibility standards.

  • Accessibility for people with reduced mobility (PRM) :

    - Access for wheelchair users is limited.

    - There is a step at the entrance to the building.

    - The elevator to access the different floors is circular and its axis is 120 cm, which may make it difficult to use for some wheelchair users.

  • Adapted tours :

    - Tours adapted for the visually impaired are organized.

    - There are no tours adapted for other audiences.

Photo credit for Porte de Hal : © visit.brussels

Photo credits for the technical gallery : © AccessAndGo-ABP - Gwen Fourmanois

My specific needs

Validity: From 27 March 2025 on 27 March 2028

Audit conducted by

AccessAndGo-ABP

Access-i informs you about the accessibility of this place based on data collected on-site at a given time. Any changes after the visit by Access-i are the responsibility of the operator.

Dernière mise à jour effectuée le 23 April 2026 - 12:59

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  • During the Petit Lumeçon, a cordoned-off area (marked in purple) is provided for children with disabilities. This is a secure, supervised area accessible by booking: handicap@ville.mons.be

Photo credit Ducasse de Mons 2026 : © Ducasse de Mons 2026

Photo credits technical gallery : © Plain-Pied - Joël Nicolaï

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