Musée Liégeois du Luminaire (MULUM): A Journey Through the History of Light
Explore the fascinating history of lighting at Liège's Musée Liégeois du Luminaire, from ancient flames to modern LEDs.
The Musée Liégeois du Luminaire (MULUM) in Liège showcases the evolution of lighting from ancient oil lamps to modern electric lights. The museum features a collection of over 1300 lighting devices, displayed chronologically and didactically.
A brief summary to Musée Liégeois du Luminaire (MULUM)
- Rue Mère-Dieu, Liège, 4000, BE
- +3242237537
- Visit website
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit on the first Sunday of the month for free admission to the permanent collections.
- Take advantage of the extended hours on Thursdays and Fridays for a more relaxed visit.
- Consider a guided tour to gain deeper insights into the collection; book in advance.
Getting There
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Walking
From Liège-Saint-Lambert train station, the museum is approximately a 10-minute walk. Exit the station and walk southwest towards Place Saint-Lambert. Continue onto Rue Léopold, then turn right onto Rue Mère-Dieu. The museum will be on your left. Walking is free.
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Public Transport
From Liège-Guillemins train station, take bus line 1 or 4 and get off at the 'Place Saint-Lambert' stop. From there, walk along Rue Léopold, then turn right onto Rue Mère-Dieu. The museum will be on your left. A single bus ticket costs around €2.50.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available at both Liège-Guillemins and Liège-Saint-Lambert train stations. A taxi ride from either station to the museum will cost approximately €10-€15, depending on traffic.
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