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Limburg · History

Vuursteenmijn Rijckholt starts above ground

In the church at Rijckholt, an information centre explains geology, landscape and prehistoric flint extraction; you can only visit the actual mine on an excursion.

Plan your visit ↗

From the Meuse to the plateau

Use maps and rock layers to trace where flint occurs. Look first at the material and fracture surface before calling a find a tool.

Children test techniques

The immersive zone makes actions visible. Discuss which activity is a modern demonstration and what archaeological research has actually shown.

Underground only with a guide

The mine excursion requires booking and physical preparation. Confirm the starting point, clothing, duration and safety conditions; information centre hours do not apply to the mine.

Before you go

The information centre is open Saturday and Sunday 13.00–17.00 and closed on public holidays. Admission is free. Mine excursions take place all year round on request only and may have a different starting point. Ask in advance about physical requirements and accessibility.

Sources

This information has been compiled from public sources. Not everything has been confirmed by the museum itself; please check opening hours and prices on the museum's website.

  1. Prehistorische Vuursteenmijn (vuursteenmijn.nl)

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