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Spiennes
Visit Spiennes for a half‑day to see the UNESCO flint mines; travel time from Mons ~5 km (3.1 mi) (≈10 min by car).Visit Spiennes for a half‑day to see the UNESCO flint mines; travel time from Mons ~3.1 mi (5 km) (≈10 min by car).
Spiennes is a tiny Walloon village best known for its Neolithic flint mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The mines are a short walk from the parking area and can be explored in 2–3 hours, making a half‑day visit sufficient. Base in nearby Mons for accommodation.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Nov–Mar (limited opening hours)
- Airports
- BRU · CRL
- Nights
- 0.5
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- Belgium ↗Brussels, Antwerp and Ghent have low-emission zones; if you drive, check that the car is registered or allowed before entering.
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Spiennes112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Spiennes, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Belgium-wide
- SIM or eSIMProximus, Orange Belgium and Telenet/BASE; prepaid SIMs need ID registration.Belgium-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe, though many Belgians drink bottled; restaurants rarely serve free tap water.Belgium-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Service included; add 5–10% for good service if you like.Belgium-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Belgium-wide
- SafetySpiennes is safe; main risk is the steep ladder in the mines – assess comfort level before descending.
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- RestroomsOften paid (€0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2)) in stations and some cafés; carry coins.Belgium-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Mondays; Bruges' museums close Monday; shops close Sunday outside tourist areas.Belgium-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBRU Brussels Airport (Train to Mons (about 1 h 20 min), then bus or car to Spiennes.).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable; park at the blue containers near the mines and follow signs to the visitor centre.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- BeerBeer (pub)€3–4 (≈ US$4–5)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket (local)€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedStandard double room in Mons, a night, per room€80 (≈ US$95)
- Mid-range bedStandard double room in Mons, a night, per room€120 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedStandard double room in Mons, a night, per room€180 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €45 (≈ US$55) · High €70 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BRU Brussels Airport (Train to Mons (about 1 h 20 min), then bus or car to Spiennes.) · CRL Brussels South Charleroi Airport (Bus to Charleroi-Sud station, train to Mons (about 1 h), then bus or car.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Aug
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Nov
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Dec
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)), coolest Jan (−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Spiennes: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
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Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
7 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
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May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
11 rd
Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Jul
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
13 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
11 rd
Oct
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Nov
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable; park at the blue containers near the mines and follow signs to the visitor centre.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Mons
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Car or bus 5 km (3.1 mi) north; about 10 min drive or 20 min busCar or bus 3.1 mi (5 km) north; about 10 min drive or 20 min bus
Hotels, restaurants and other attractions.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Mons
Nearest town with hotels; 5 km (3.1 mi) north, 10‑minute drive.Nearest town with hotels; 3.1 mi (5 km) north, 10‑minute drive.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €30–45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- €70–100 (≈ US$85–120) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Standard double room in Mons1 × 1 night × €120 | €120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €45 | €90 |
| Mine entry (adult)2 × €3 · check | €5 |
| Car fuel (round trip)2 × €5 · approximate | €10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €23 |
| Trip total≈ €124 per person per day, bed included | €248≈ US$300 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Beer (pub) | €3–4 (≈ US$4–5) |
| Bus ticket (local) | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Mines open only on the first Sunday of each month March‑Nov without appointment; check schedule.
- Visit involves an 8 m vertical ladder; not suitable for claustrophobia or limited mobility.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Medical
- 112
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À cette adresse, s’il vous plaîtTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Medical112
Embassy
US consulate in Brussels; nearest for Spiennes.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car from Mons to Spiennes: ≈10 min, ~5 km (3.1 mi), fuel ~€5≈10 min, ~3.1 mi (5 km), fuel ~€5
- Bus 34/134 Mons → Spiennes: ≈20 min, €2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
Say or show
- Bonjour — Hello (bon-zhoor)
- Combien? — How much? (kohm-byen)
- Où est la mine? — Where is the mine? (oo eh lah meen)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Spiennes. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (limited opening hours) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Car from Mons via N90/N40 (≈10 min).
- Bus lines 34/134 from Mons to Spiennes (≈20 min).
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