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Maison de l’Imprimerie, when books come to life before your eyes

At the Maison de l’Imprimerie, history is not only read it is printed, handled and experienced. This museum dedicated to the crafts of bookmaking and printing immerses visitors in the authentic atmosphere of a real workshop, where paper crackles, ink leaves its mark and every gesture tells the story of ancestral know-how passed down with passion.

A living museum where machines are brought to life

From the moment you enter, the setting establishes the tone: typographic presses, engraving tools, lead type Here, nothing is static. The machines operate, demonstrations come to life and visitors discover in a very concrete way how words appear on paper.

The visit reveals the secrets of rag paper, a noble and durable material, as well as the engraving and printing techniques that have shaped the history of books. The steady rhythm of the presses, the scent of ink and the precision of each movement create an immersive atmosphere, almost outside time.

Explore, handle, print: an active experience

At the Maison de l’Imprimerie, visitors are not mere spectators. During guided tours, whether simple or hands-on, everyone is invited to explore, handle and even print. Touching the paper, composing a page and operating a press make learning a direct and engaging experience.

This approach makes the visit accessible and fascinating for all audiences. Children marvel at the machines in action, adults rediscover forgotten techniques and everyone leaves with a deeper understanding of this discreet yet essential heritage.

A place of transmission and passion

What visitors remember most is the human dimension of the place. The Maison de l’Imprimerie is above all a space for transmission, driven by the desire to share expertise, tell the story of the book trades and demonstrate how relevant and inspiring they remain today.

You can feel a sincere and contagious passion that encourages visitors to ask questions, take their time and look differently at the books and printed materials that surround us in everyday life.

An authentic discovery in Wallonia

The Maison de l’Imprimerie is a precious cultural stop, ideal for complementing a city walk or a heritage excursion. Visitors leave perhaps with slightly ink-stained fingers, but above all with the feeling of having experienced something rare, both educational, sensory and warmly human.

Opening times

Mon to Fri: 9.00-17.00 • Sat: 10.00-17.00 • First Sunday of the month: 13.00-18.00 • Closed: Mondays, public holidays, and from 22/12/2026 to 4/01/2027.

Price

adults €7 • 65+, students, children: €5 • Free admission on the first Sunday of the month

Tour length

1.5 hrs

Group

Price (min. 12 people) adults €5

Guided tour 3-hour interactive school tour: €100 per group of up to 24 participants max. (+ €3 per additional participant).

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