Hôpital Notre-Dame à la Rose

Founded in 1242, this mediaeval hospital has retained its appearance as well as its furniture from the 16th and 17th centuries. This UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate is listed in Wallonia's major heritage register, and represents eight centuries of medicine and history in its 20 entirely restored rooms. The highlight of your visit is a tour of the two wards which paint an excellent picture of how medicine was practiced in the past and of its evolution! In a contemporary style, the museum displays precious and authentic artefacts, medical instruments from a bygone era and a rich collection of pharmaceutical products. Before or after your visit to the museum you can see 120 different species of medicinal plants in the garden. In 2010 the hospital won the Belgian Museum Award and the Public Award, which demonstrates the quality and dynamism of its team. Individual visits with audio guide or "NDLR" application for iPhone to be downloaded from the App store. Guided visits and conferences. Large gift shop and bookshop. Cafeteria and terrace. NEW IN 2014 : Family afternoons (01/03, 20/04, 29/06, 26/10 and 16/11/2014 from 14:00 to 18:30) and 20 “Living Heritage” weekends (April to October from 14:00 to 18:00). Nocturnal visits from November to February. FOR CHILDREN: Adventure books for children aged 5-12 (www.wapaventure.be) (available in French only) – Randofamili audio-guided walk (www.randofamili.com) starting from the site.

Contact:
L'Hôpital Notre-Dame à la Rose
+3268332403
info@notredamealarose.com
fax+3268268657
http://www.notredamealarose.com
Place Alix de Rosoit, 7860 Lessines

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