Discover the Van Gogh House in Cuesmes, the place where the iconic painter Vincent van Gogh stayed during his time in the Borinage from December 1878 to October 1880. Also known as the "House of the Marsh," it offers visitors an insight into the daily life of Vincent van Gogh.
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Cuesmes, a small municipality within the Mons region, is a must-visit for all fans and specialists of Van Gogh’s work. It was during his stay in the Borinage that the preacher became an artist.
The area and its surrounding landscapes are imbued with an atmosphere rich in both rural and working-class references, which the painter would carry with him throughout his life’s work.
A place of remembrance brought to life by a new scenography. The tour begins as an initiation from the entrance in the garden, continuing into a renovated pavilion. The visit then takes you through the small, modernized house, allowing the spirit of its illustrious inhabitant to emerge.
An audio installation concludes the tour by situating the artist and his work within the historical context of the Borinage.
Discover the Van Gogh House in Cuesmes with one of our guided tours.
To complete your visit, be sure to book a visit to the Van Gogh House in Wasmes and the Marcasse mining site, two symbolic locations of Van Gogh’s time in the Borinage.
The Van Gogh House in Cuesmes is also accessible with the Van Gogh Pass, available for purchase at visitMons or directly on site.
For more information on the artist's time in the region, visit our website Van Gogh in the Borinage.
General Information
Opening hours
Opening times: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm (last admission at 3.15pm).
Contact Information
Prices
Minimum price (adult)
4 €
Maximum price (adult)
5 €
Minimum price (child)
2 €
Maximum price (child)
3 €
Minimum price (senior)
4 €
Minimum price (group)
4 €
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Additional information
Free admission for children under 12 and every first Sunday of the month.
Free access with the Mons Card.
Practical Information
Group visits
Group visits on request
Group visits on request - Permanent open visit
Individual visits
Individual visits on request
Individual visits on request - Permanent open visit
Opening Hours
Opening times: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm (last admission at 3.15pm).
Reviews
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Claudio p.🇫🇷
6 October 2026
Intéressant à voir, un pan de la vie historique de Van Gogh
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The Travelling Pilchards🇬🇧
26 September 2026
Being a creative and havibg an interest in Van Gogh I really enjoyed the museum and film here. There isnt a huge amount of his art, but more information and a 1 hour film about his life leading up to becoming an artist told through information gathered from his letters. Really helpful staff in kiosk. Refreshments in nearby square about 15 mins walk.
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Wim van den Hombergh🇳🇱
14 September 2026
Interessant. Goede film
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Wodan🇳🇱
30 August 2026
Wie gaat naar een museum om een meer dan een uur durende documentaire te zien ? De projectiezaal neemt de helft van het museum in, er zijn geen authentieke stukken enkel reproducties en een deels nagebouwd kamertje. Bovenverdieping niet te bezichtigen. Het interessantste is het achteroverhellende huis, maar dat kan je gewoon vanop de parking zien.
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Zumba Sandy🇬🇧
29 August 2026
Very detailed movie about Van Gogh earlier days to become artistic journey.
