Maison d'Erasme
Maison d'Erasme
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Oxalis Tours
Brussels, Belgium28 contributions
Jan 2022
This museum gives a fascinating insight into the life and times of the philosopher and theologian Erasmus, who was at the vanguard of the humanist movement during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Themes like the invention of the printing press, the Reformation and the censorship of the Catholic Church are also covered and provide useful context. The museum's collection includes a number of works attributed to the German Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer, so an added bonus there for Dürer fans.
All information is provided in French, Dutch and English. In addition, a booklet available at the admissions desk includes a concise introduction to Erasmus, his life and work and what he stood for. Cost:5€ or you can just borrow a copy for the duration of your visit.
The museum building has been beautifully restored and maintained and is worth a visit in itself.
Located in the Brussels suburb of Anderlecht. La Maison d'Érasme is not far from the church Collégiale Saints Pierre et Guidon so about 5 minutes walk from the Metro Station Saint-Guidon. Adult admission is just €1,25. Beguinage and garden, which are normally included in the admission price, are currently closed for what looks like building work (Jan 2022).
All information is provided in French, Dutch and English. In addition, a booklet available at the admissions desk includes a concise introduction to Erasmus, his life and work and what he stood for. Cost:5€ or you can just borrow a copy for the duration of your visit.
The museum building has been beautifully restored and maintained and is worth a visit in itself.
Located in the Brussels suburb of Anderlecht. La Maison d'Érasme is not far from the church Collégiale Saints Pierre et Guidon so about 5 minutes walk from the Metro Station Saint-Guidon. Adult admission is just €1,25. Beguinage and garden, which are normally included in the admission price, are currently closed for what looks like building work (Jan 2022).
Written January 18, 2022
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booksandplanes
15 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Beautiful museum with a lovely courtyard. I was surprised by the collection they had: Albrecht Dürer, Hugo van der Goes, Cornelis Matsys etc. The staff only spoke French though, which is strange in an bilingual city…
Written June 10, 2021
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Globetrotter045
Haacht, Belgium5,458 contributions
Jul 2014 • Solo
The metro line 5, stop Saint-Guidon brings you fast to Anderlecht from the center of Brussels. When you leave the metro and go in direction of the church, you will be positively surprised. The busy center of Brussels seems far away. Here you find a square with cobblestones with some nice cafés. A picturesque church with a beguinage, some old houses. But also some rubbish on the street and graffiti on the walls to remind you are still in Brussels.
The Erasmus house is just around the corner of the church. A lovely house built in the late 15th century where the humanist – philosopher Erasmus lived for a few months in 1521. Inside a lot of old furniture, books, paintings referring to the time of the Renaissance. And his old writing table. There is also a study with precious early printed books, but this room can only to be visited after appointment. The entrance price is very cheap, only € 1,25 ! You get a booklet with extra explanation during your visit. Available in English, French, but I’m not sure anymore if there was also a Dutch booklet.
I liked the garden. It is divided in 2 parts. One is the “Garden of Illness””, a formal garden with herbs that were used as medicine in the renaissance. The second part is a “Philosophical
Garden”, where you can meditate or simply relax on one of the benches with friends. The entrance to the garden is free. Information boards of the garden are in Dutch and French. The entrance to the garden is free.
The Erasmus house is just around the corner of the church. A lovely house built in the late 15th century where the humanist – philosopher Erasmus lived for a few months in 1521. Inside a lot of old furniture, books, paintings referring to the time of the Renaissance. And his old writing table. There is also a study with precious early printed books, but this room can only to be visited after appointment. The entrance price is very cheap, only € 1,25 ! You get a booklet with extra explanation during your visit. Available in English, French, but I’m not sure anymore if there was also a Dutch booklet.
I liked the garden. It is divided in 2 parts. One is the “Garden of Illness””, a formal garden with herbs that were used as medicine in the renaissance. The second part is a “Philosophical
Garden”, where you can meditate or simply relax on one of the benches with friends. The entrance to the garden is free. Information boards of the garden are in Dutch and French. The entrance to the garden is free.
Written August 11, 2014
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CarissaJoy
Beverly, MA34 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
We visited because of the Brussels Pass. It was way out of city center and not worth the visit. The writings were not in English which made it hard to know what i was looking at. They gave us a huge book that told us about it but I didn’t want to read that. Then we asked to go to the garden and they said it was closed due to wind. That would have been nice to know before traveling there.
Written August 11, 2019
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Fyke_Cadet
Helsinki, Finland38 contributions
The Erasmus house is in a historical surrounding and the incredibly cheap ticket gives you also access to the beguinase a few hundred meters away. The collection of books, paintings and furniture in a historical building allows a nice, quick visit. The garden in two parts is a relaxing addition. The museum is traditional in a sense that there are no explanations next to the artifact, just those. A booklet is available in French. The Anderlecht site is a pleasant destination for a Sunday biking trip but probably not worth of a separate visit taking into account the wealth of museums in Brussels.
Written October 20, 2013
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M G
Arlington, VA76 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
We wanted to visit something smaller and quieter outside of the city center, so we took the tram to Saint-Guidon to see Maison d’ Erasme (Erasmus House). Once in the neighborhood, the house was actually somewhat difficult to find! However, we persevered and (with the help of our iPhone), finally located it. (The entrance is through a gate on Rue de Formanoir, just south of Rue Brune and almost directly opposite the entry to Rue du Chapiture.)
We arrived just in time for a free harpsichord concert. This lasted for 30 minutes and then we paid for a ticket and wandered through the house. The receptionist did not speak English, but she handed us an English book which told us about the life of Erasmus, the great humanist, the house, and some artifacts therein. There are books, paintings, and items of period furniture. To visit the garden, we had to give the receptionist an ID and she handed over the key. It’s a very neat well-tended space, very quiet.
This is a good historical museum to visit if you’re a fan of Erasmus or interested in seeing something off the beaten path. I would say that no more than an hour is necessary for a complete visit.
We arrived just in time for a free harpsichord concert. This lasted for 30 minutes and then we paid for a ticket and wandered through the house. The receptionist did not speak English, but she handed us an English book which told us about the life of Erasmus, the great humanist, the house, and some artifacts therein. There are books, paintings, and items of period furniture. To visit the garden, we had to give the receptionist an ID and she handed over the key. It’s a very neat well-tended space, very quiet.
This is a good historical museum to visit if you’re a fan of Erasmus or interested in seeing something off the beaten path. I would say that no more than an hour is necessary for a complete visit.
Written March 14, 2017
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davet65
London, UK105 contributions
Aug 2015
I found this small museum eventually, it being surprisingly difficult to find even though it's only 5 minutes from the Metro. For some reason, very few locals seemed to have heard of it. I also got the impression upon arrival that the museum was closed, so it seemed to be a bit of a waste of time.
Persevere though (open the door on the left of the building as you enter and walk in) as the museum was a fascinating experience. Although there is not much explanation in my own language, the lady on reception kindly lent me a book on Erasmus in English to read in conjunction with the exhibition, which was very helpful. The museum does well though in evoking the spirit of the age and you don't need to be multilingual to appreciate the horror of the texts by Erasmus that were redacted by the Church. There is also an interesting garden, and the area of Anderlecht in which the museum is situated makes a nice change from the busy city centre
Persevere though (open the door on the left of the building as you enter and walk in) as the museum was a fascinating experience. Although there is not much explanation in my own language, the lady on reception kindly lent me a book on Erasmus in English to read in conjunction with the exhibition, which was very helpful. The museum does well though in evoking the spirit of the age and you don't need to be multilingual to appreciate the horror of the texts by Erasmus that were redacted by the Church. There is also an interesting garden, and the area of Anderlecht in which the museum is situated makes a nice change from the busy city centre
Written August 22, 2015
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Jan D
Brussels, Belgium78 contributions
Dec 2012
Anderlecht ... everybody things about football, but there's a great museum to visit really nearby the soccer field. A 16th century building, now housing the only museum in the world dedicated to the 16th century philosopher Desiderius Erasmus.
Written March 8, 2013
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JoelLeclair
Marcoussis, France399 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
Erasmus spent one year in this house around 1520; the house is now a museum, with lots of paintings, books, and knick-knacks from past times.
The garden with its medicinal plants section is also a curiosity. We will visit it again in spring when trees and flowers blossom.
The ticket entrance for the House, gardens, and Beguinage (near St Peter and Guido's church ) is only 1,25€.
If you love history, nature and beautiful things, rush to Erasmus' house
The garden with its medicinal plants section is also a curiosity. We will visit it again in spring when trees and flowers blossom.
The ticket entrance for the House, gardens, and Beguinage (near St Peter and Guido's church ) is only 1,25€.
If you love history, nature and beautiful things, rush to Erasmus' house
Written March 7, 2019
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aircathy
Charleston, WV36 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
I agree with the other reviewers that this place was a bit tricky to locate because there is no signage outside to grab your attention. Just go through the brick arch and your there. The inside is wonderful, like stepping back in time. If you are interested in Erasmus you must go. The admission price is extremely low compared with other museums in Brussels. The staff were friendly and helpful and spoke English. They lend you a guidebook in English which is extremely helpful. Definitely recommend.
Written October 28, 2018
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- Maison d'Erasme is open:
- Tue - Sun 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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