{"id":2271,"date":"2026-02-26T14:03:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T13:03:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/historium.be\/accessibility\/"},"modified":"2026-04-13T09:29:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T07:29:27","slug":"accessibility","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/historium.be\/en\/accessibility\/","title":{"rendered":"Accessibility"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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A comfortable visit for every visitor<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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We want everyone to be able to visit Historium as comfortably as possible. Below, you will find practical information regarding reachability, access, and the accessibility of our experiences. <\/p>

Historium actively collaborates with visitors and organizations to continuously improve accessibility. Feedback is always welcome. <\/p>

Do you have specific needs or questions? Please feel free to contact us at +32 50 27 03 11<\/strong><\/a> or email simon@historium.be<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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  • Historium is located on the Market Square in Bruges, in a historical setting with cobblestones.<\/li>
  • 2 accessible parking spaces next to Historium (Philipstockstraat 5).<\/li>
  • Elevator available for access to most areas.<\/li>
  • Maximum of 2 wheelchair users per show.<\/li>
  • Historium Story with an adapted route and assistance.<\/li>
  • Historium Virtual Reality is a seated experience.<\/li>
  • Historium Tower is only accessible via 145 steps.<\/li>
  • Assistance dogs welcome.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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    The entrance is accessible for wheelchair users. Upon arrival, follow a slight incline towards the inner courtyard. Just before the main gate, there is a door on the left providing access to the elevator. You will enter on level 0. <\/p>

    • For the ticket desk and Historium Virtual Reality, take the elevator to level E.<\/li>
    • The accessible toilet is located on level -1.<\/li>
    • The Duvelorium is located on level 1.<\/li><\/ul>


      In emergency situations, our team is trained to assist visitors with disabilities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Historium is located on the Market Square in Bruges. The surrounding area consists of historical cobblestones.
      Accessible parking spaces are available nearby. There are 2 accessible parking spaces at Philipstockstraat 5 (next to Historium). <\/p>

      From these parking spaces, it is approximately 100 meters to the entrance. You may also use the side entrance (Philipstockstraat 2). Through this entrance, you cross the inner courtyard to reach the main entrance and the elevator. <\/p>

      Please note: the surface is uneven and consists of cobblestones.<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Visitors with a physical disability or wheelchair users<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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      Historium is largely accessible to wheelchair users. Some sections require assistance or adapted routes. <\/p>

      • We recommend bringing a companion.<\/li>
      • All passages and doors are sufficiently wide.<\/li>
      • Wheelchair users can move through the building via the elevator.<\/li>
      • A standard wheelchair is available at the ticket desk (free of charge, subject to availability).<\/li>
      • For a comfortable visit, we allow a maximum of 2 wheelchair users per show.<\/li>
      • During busy periods, there may be a short waiting time.<\/li>
      • Are you visiting with multiple wheelchair users? Please contact us in advance so we can provide assistance. <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t