{"id":2338,"date":"2026-03-31T09:56:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T07:56:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/visit-mons-belgium\/"},"modified":"2026-04-13T15:34:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T13:34:12","slug":"visit-mons-belgium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/en\/visit-mons-belgium\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit Mons with the family"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"lazyblock-baseline-1m8wqo wp-block-lazyblock-baseline\"><div class=\"baseline\">Discover the city of Mons in Belgium and its must-sees: UNESCO Doudou, Baroque Belfry and historic centre. The TOP to see and do in Mons with a child or teenager!   <\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"910\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/Mons_1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/Mons_1.jpeg 910w, https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/Mons_1-300x187.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/Mons_1-768x479.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/Mons_1-730x456.jpeg 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 910px) 100vw, 910px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 Stacy Roman<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"lazyblock-section-3vvyl border-yellow wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-large-font-size\">Discover Mons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Mons<\/strong> (capital of Hainaut) lends itself very well to a family day: a <strong>compact historic centre<\/strong>, <strong>easy visits<\/strong> and a real local identity around the <strong>Doudou<\/strong> (Saint George and the dragon). We naturally go from the <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong> to the alleys of the <strong>Chapter<\/strong>, then we go up to the <strong>Belfry<\/strong> and its green spaces. The atmosphere is simple, lively, without complicated logistics once you get there.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The atmosphere oscillates between <strong>heritage and cultural city<\/strong> : museums in the right format, beautiful buildings, and a very strong identity around the ritual Ducasse of Mons, the &#8220;Doudou&#8221;, with its imagination of Saint George and the dragon. <strong>Even outside the festive period, you can feel that tradition structures the city.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-section-Z1nc1sc wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Why go with your family?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Easy format<\/strong> : everything is done on foot <strong>in loop mode<\/strong> around the center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strong identity<\/strong> : the <strong>Doudou<\/strong> gives a unique colour to the city, even outside the festive period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexible pace<\/strong> : &#8220;short&#8221; visits, green breaks, and options around Mons if you extend.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-section-2hCfGq wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">At a glance <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>TRAIN DURATION FROM BRUSSELS: Average<\/strong> travel time <strong>55 min<\/strong>, <strong>direct train<\/strong>, <strong>44 trains per day<\/strong> (varies according to schedule).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ON FOOT FROM THE STATION:<\/strong> the <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong> can be reached in <strong>about 12 minutes<\/strong> (about <strong>1 km<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DURATION OF VISIT:<\/strong> <strong>1 day<\/strong> (possible <strong>in half day<\/strong> if you tighten).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FOR WHOM?<\/strong><br\/><strong>Small:<\/strong> Doudou Museum, Jardin du Mayeur, park.<br\/><strong>The whole family:<\/strong> Grand-Place, Collegiate Church of Sainte-Waudru, Belfry.<br\/><strong>Teens:<\/strong> Mundaneum, Art Library, Mons Memorial Museum, Maison Losseau.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-Z1834Pn wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The must-sees in Mons<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Traditions and identity of Mons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Doudou Museum<\/strong><br\/>The &#8220;signature&#8221; visit: a rhythmic tour, the world of the <strong>Doudou<\/strong> and an easy reading of Mons&#8217; identity.<br\/><strong>Address:<\/strong> Jardin du Mayeur, Grand&#8217;Place \u2014 <strong>7000 Mons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jardin du Mayeur<\/strong><br\/>Just behind the <strong>H\u00f4tel de Ville<\/strong>, it&#8217;s the simplest break in the centre: a small, enclosed garden, with trees, perfect for reviving energy.<br\/><strong>Address:<\/strong> Jardin du Mayeur \u2014 <strong>7000 Mons<\/strong> (accessible every day <strong>8am\u201310pm<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>UNESCO Heritage &amp; Postcard<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Belfry of Mons<\/strong> (<strong>UNESCO<\/strong>)<br\/>The visual landmark of the day: a &#8220;monument&#8221; visit that makes a mark, and is very easy to integrate into the loop.<br\/><strong>Rue des Clercs 32, 7000 Mons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grand-Place<\/strong><br\/>The best anchor point: terraces, facades, city life, and the whole center radiates from here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Collegiate Church of Sainte-Waudru<\/strong><br\/>Great heritage step, easy even in short version.<br\/><strong>Place du Chapitre, 7000 Mons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Treasury of the Collegiate Church of Sainte-Waudru<\/strong><br\/>Shorter visit, focused on the pieces and the goldsmith&#8217;s work: perfect if you like &#8220;cabinet&#8221; places to slip into the day.<br\/><strong>Place du Chapitre, 7000 Mons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Museums &amp; visits (in the centre)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mundaneum<\/strong><br\/>An atypical place between archives, memory and big ideas, very practical on <strong>a rainy day<\/strong>.<br\/><strong>Rue de Nimy 76, 7000 Mons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Losseau House<\/strong><br\/>Art Nouveau \/ Belle \u00c9poque house, more intimate atmosphere: a quiet interlude in the middle of the day.<br\/><strong>Rue de Nimy 37\/39, 7000 Mons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Art library<\/strong><br\/>Behind the scenes of the collections: conservation, trades, reserves, &#8220;backstage&#8221; heritage.<br\/><strong>Rue Claude de Bettignies 1, 7000 Mons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CAP \u2014 Maison des Collections et Jardin du &#8220;Poirier Beurr\u00e9&#8221;<\/strong><br\/>A very simple combo: exhibition depending on the moment, then free garden right next door (entrance via rue Neuve).<br\/><strong>Rue Neuve 8, 7000 Mons.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fran\u00e7ois Duesberg Museum<\/strong><br\/>A small, very refined museum, in a &#8220;cabinet of curiosities&#8221; format (decorative arts), often appreciated when you want a different visit.<br\/><strong>Square Franklin D. Roosevelt 12, 7000 Mons.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mons Memorial Museum<\/strong><br\/>Rather with older children\/teenagers: a denser visit, which opens up the discussion.<br\/><strong>Boulevard Dolez 51, 7000 Mons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-Z15nFx2 wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Recommended route<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1) <strong>Mons train station<\/strong> : start without running<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The center is close: you leave on foot and the day is done without transport once in the loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong> : laying the base<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We spot the terraces, the useful streets and the lunch options. It&#8217;s the pivotal point that keeps the day simple. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) <strong>Doudou Museum<\/strong> : the visit that tells the story of the city<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect at the beginning of the day: you can recover the identity of Mons at once, without spending hours there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) <strong>Jardin du Mayeur<\/strong> : minute break<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Right next to the museum: a very efficient stop, especially with small children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) <strong>Chapter District<\/strong> : <strong>Collegiate Church<\/strong> (and Treasury if you feel like it)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Easy heritage stage: visit at the pace of the family, short version if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6) <strong>Belfry<\/strong>: the <strong>UNESCO<\/strong> moment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The benchmark of the day: you choose the intensity (full or faster visit).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7) <strong>Parc du Ch\u00e2teau<\/strong> or <strong>Waux-Hall<\/strong> : finish in green<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chateau Park if you stay in the compact loop. Waux-Hall if you want a real big break &#8220;in the great outdoors&#8221;. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8) Return <strong>to the station<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We go back down quietly, without stress.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-Z1OOoLU border-yellow wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Where to eat with children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The easiest way is to stay <strong>around the Grand-Place<\/strong> (you don&#8217;t break the loop, and everything is within reach).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple lunch (effective with kids)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>La Cervoise<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Grand&#8217;Place 25, 7000 Mons<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>L&#8217;Excelsior<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Grand&#8217;Place 29, 7000 Mons<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Copenhagen Tavern<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Grand-Place 11, 7000 Mons<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>L&#8217;Envers<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Rue de la Coupe 20, 7000 Mons<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taste<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2.0 Coffee &amp; Waffle<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Rue de la Chauss\u00e9e 52, 7000 Mons<\/strong><br\/>Waffle\/pancake break very easy to slip in at the end of the loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-button-1qLRkD wp-block-lazyblock-button\"><div class=\"t-center\" data-shop=\"\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/action.metaffiliation.com\/trk.php?mclic=P51309B58710721F1&amp;redir=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thefork.fr%2Frestaurants%2Fbruges-c67909\" \n    class=\"buttons__fam buttons__fam-color-green buttons__fam-radius-rounded\"\n    target=\"_blank\" \n    rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"\n  >\n    Find a restaurant in Mons with TheFork\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-BCFPA border-green wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Parks, amp; green breaks <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Castle Park<\/strong><br\/>At the highest point in Mons, this is the easiest &#8220;view&#8221; break to squeeze in. There are vestiges linked to the history of the city, and the atmosphere is really different from the centre. <br\/><strong>Rampe du Ch\u00e2teau, 7000 Mons.<\/strong><br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Waux-Hall Park<\/strong><br\/>Large landscaped city park, with water features and sculptures. Perfect for ending the day in &#8220;decompress&#8221; mode, especially if the kids need to run. <br\/><strong>Avenue Reine Astrid 22, 7000 Mons.<\/strong><br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The open sea<\/strong><br\/>Walk along the water&#8217;s edge, more airy, practical if you come by car or if you are extending the day outside the centre.<br\/><strong>Rue du Grand Large 2, 7000 Mons.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-43L7C border-red wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Practical information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Access from Brussels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Train:<\/strong> direct connections between <strong>Brussels<\/strong> and <strong>Mons<\/strong>, average journey time <strong>55 min<\/strong> (varies depending on the timetable).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Arrival:<\/strong> <strong>Mons<\/strong> train station, then very easy to reach on foot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>From the train station<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Grand Place<\/strong> can be reached in <strong>about 12 minutes on foot<\/strong> (about <strong>1 km<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once in the centre, the day is very good <strong>without transport<\/strong>, in <strong>loop<\/strong> mode.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Getting around<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>On foot:<\/strong> the historic heart is compact and pleasant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The main points of visit (Grand-Place, Doudou, Chapter, Belfry, parks) are easy to follow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Parking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Municipal covered car parks:<\/strong> <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong> and <strong>de la Halle<\/strong>.<br\/>First hour free, then <strong>\u20ac1.50 per hour<\/strong> between <strong>8 a.m. and 10 p.m<\/strong>., and <strong>\u20ac0.70 per hour<\/strong> between <strong>10 p.m. and 8 a.m<\/strong>.<br\/>Opening hours: Monday to Thursday <strong>7:30 a.m.\u201310 p.m<\/strong>., Friday and Saturday <strong>7:30 a.m.\u201300 a.m<\/strong>., Sunday <strong>8 a.m.\u201310 p.m<\/strong>.<br\/>Vehicle can be taken back <strong>24 hours a day<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Park and ride facilities (if you come by car)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Carrefour Saint-Fiacre:<\/strong> about <strong>20 minutes walk from<\/strong> the <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong> (about <strong>2 km<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grand Large:<\/strong> about <strong>25 minutes walk from<\/strong> the <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong> (about <strong>2.5 km<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Markets (if you fall on the right day)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Friday market:<\/strong> <strong>8am\u20132pm<\/strong>, from <strong>Rue des S\u0153urs Noires<\/strong> to <strong>Avenue Fr\u00e8re Orban<\/strong> (via streets and squares in the centre).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunday market:<\/strong> <strong>8am\u20132pm<\/strong>, <strong>Place Nervienne<\/strong>, <strong>Place du B\u00e9guinage<\/strong>, <strong>Rue Buisseret<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flower market (Sunday):<\/strong> <strong>8am\u20132pm<\/strong>, <strong>Place L\u00e9opold<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Visit Pass<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mons Card:<\/strong> <strong>24-hour<\/strong> or <strong>48-hour<\/strong> format, useful if you make several paid visits in the same day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stroller<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overall doable center, with sometimes cobbled streets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accessibility varies depending on the monuments and museums, it is better to check on a case-by-case basis if you are aiming for a specific visit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Please note<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Doudou<\/strong> (Ritual Ducasse of Mons) has <strong>been recognised by UNESCO since 2005<\/strong> and takes place every year on <strong>the Trinity weekend<\/strong> (date varies).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120353338\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; Is Mons easy to do in one day from Brussels?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, the city is designed &#8220;at the size of a step&#8221;: arrival by train, close to the centre, simple loop between Grand-Place, Doudou, Chapitre and Beffroi.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120373490\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; What is the best program with small children?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Doudou Museum, Jardin du Mayeur, Grand-Place, then Parc du Waux-Hall at the end of the day.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120412909\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; What to do in Mons when it rains?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Doudou Museum, Mundaneum, Maison Losseau, Art Library. The centre lends itself well to a mostly indoor day. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120431788\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; Mons with teenagers, what are we aiming for?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mundaneum, Artoth\u00e8que, Mons Memorial Museum, then a &#8220;city&#8221; walk around the Grand-Place and the Belfry.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120488396\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; Where to park without complicating your life?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Grand-Place and de la Halle communal car parks are the easiest to stay in the centre.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772374750696\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; Is the Mons Card useful for a day?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, if you combine several paid sites (Belfry, Doudou, Artoth\u00e8que, Maison des Collections according to your desires). 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