Sparkoh (Pass) Science and Technology Museum
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Sparkoh is a fun, interactive and educational experience for all ages – even for adults!
History of Sparkoh
Sparkoh is a coalmining site turned into a science and technology museum. In the 1970s and 1980s, after many coal mines closed down, several old industrial areas were left with buildings that were not needed anymore. This coalmining site had to reinvent themselves in the 1990s.
Activities and Workshops at Sparkoh
There are many different sections and activities. There are also workshops for kids as young as 3 years old
For What Age is Sparkoh Best?
The older a kid is, the more they can get out of a science and technology museum. But the truth is that our 2-year old loves these museums as well, as they are interactive!! It’s such a great place to explore!
Playground in Sparkoh
You can easily spend the whole day in the museum. There is an outdoor playground with a trampoline.
Restaurant in Sparkoh
There is a restaurant with snacks, salads, sandwiches and drinks. You can also take a picnic with you and eat it at the restaurant. There are baby chairs at the restaurant and changing tables in the toilets.
Opening Times
Sparkoh is open only on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. It is closed on Wednesdays and Saturdays. So practically you can visit only on Sunday, if your kids are going to school.
During school holidays it is open every day. Check the opening days and times here before going!
Parking at Sparkoh
There are 300 spaces and parking is free
Practical stuff
*You can book tickets here
*A yearly pass might be worth it, if you live nearby
*Information in English, French, Dutch
*Stroller friendly, wheelchair friendly. There are folding strollers available upon request.
*Dogs are not allowed
*Free outdoor parking at the museum
Address
About 1 hour drive from Schuman, Brussels or 1 hour 40 minutes by public transport (train to Mons and then bus)
Sparkoh
https://sparkoh.be/
Rue de Mons 3, 7080 Frameries
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