About
Museum Mayer van den Bergh is an intimate museum in Antwerp, in the Flemish region of Belgium. It stands at Lange Gasthuisstraat 19, in the old centre of the city, and it presents the private collection assembled by the art enthusiast Fritz Mayer van den Bergh.
What you will see
The collection is a personal one, and that shapes the visit. Its highlights include medieval art and sculptures, and a painting by Pieter Bruegel the Elder. Because the rooms are on a human scale, you can take in the works at a relaxed pace rather than moving through long galleries.
Who it suits
- Visitors interested in medieval art and religious sculpture
- Admirers of Flemish painting who want to see work by Bruegel up close
- Travellers who prefer a smaller museum they can explore in an hour or two
The museum works well as a quiet stop between larger sights, or as a focused visit for anyone with a particular interest in the collection's periods.
Around the museum
Lange Gasthuisstraat lies within walking distance of the historic core of Antwerp, so a visit can easily be combined with a stroll through the older streets, the cathedral area and the city's cafés and shops. Check the museum's own information before you travel for current opening arrangements and admission details.
