I personally loved it, especially more than Ruben’s house. It was full of old art. The paintings were amazing and beautiful as were the statues. My favorite room was the last one (no spoiler here). As the story emerged and the lightness of the room inspired me and my boyfriend. But it’s more of a preference since that’s my favorite historical period

Sehenswertes Museum. Für Alle Fans von "typisch niederländischer Kunst" sowieso. Sehr schön ist die Sammlung präsentiert. Auch für Schulkinder ab ca. 10Jahrem mit Erwachsenen Begleitpersonen interessant...

This museum is fascinating. The building was constructed for the artwork. It houses the famous Dulle Griet painting by Breugel. But there are several other works. This is also a great museum for kids. There is a great activity basket you can request so the kids have to search objects and details and do some tasks.

(Translated by Google) This museum surprised with its rich collection. The building itself is also worth seeing. It was a pity that you had to bring your own earphones to listen to the audio guide. We did not know this. (Original) Dit museum verraste door zijn rijke collectie . Het gebouw zelf is ook bezienswaardig. Jammer was dat je zelf oortjes moest bijhebben om naar de audiogids te kunnen luisteren. Wij wisten dit niet.

(Translated by Google) Small but nice museum with unexpectedly many well-known works. (Original) Klein maar fijn museum met onverwacht veel gekende werken.

Fascinating, eclectic museum containing the art purchased by a wealthy collector in the late 19th century. Well worth a visit!

Amazing little museum that was once the house of the businessman turned art collector Fritz Mayer van den Bergh, who often travelled around Europe in search of artworks to add to his collection. The museum hosts some remarkable paintings, most notably by Pieter Brughel, whom Fritz was a big fan of. There are also numerous religious artifacts, jewelry and pottery, among others. I really recommend it if you like art.

Amazing collections. The story of Mr Fritz Mayer van den Burgh and his mother is very touching too . The Mad Meg is really a masterpiece. Though everyone loves Pieter Bruegel，Quentin Matsys, the smith painter, also great, if I remember it right a very old bar in the town has his painting.

Interesting place with wide range of art collections of Fritz Mayer van den Bergh. The only room with audio is on the first floor, the rest you have to read it through the book they provided. Most of the arts information are in dutch. But they provide the book in English as well. What’s interesting is that they have a candy corner where you can guess what’s the flavor based on one of the painting. Cost €8 for public under 25 years old.

An absolutely stunning and utterly immersive experience. The match of environment and content is what makes the experience so immersive. I was there for the Dulle Greit /Madonna exhibition and it was even better than I could have hoped for. The selection was thought provoking and covered views of this world and beyond in ways that taught me much about the world view of the artists as well as as my own. I have never been to an exhibition that fulfilled me quite as much as this. I live in North of Scotland but will be back a. s. a. p

Nice collection of painting and we'll managed.

(Translated by Google) Wonderful museum that we visited with the museum pass. Friendly lady at the reception. We received a booklet with pictures and an explanation of the painting, we were allowed to keep the booklet as a souvenir. You could then follow the temporary exhibition with the Antwerp museum app. Beautiful unique collection in a beautiful building. Definitely worth a visit. Recommended. (Original) Prachtig museum dat we bezochten met de museumpass. Vriendelijke dame aan het onthaal. We kregen een boekje mee met foto's en uitleg van de schilderen, het boekje mochten we houden als aandenken. De tijdelijke tentoonstelling kon je dan weer volgen met de antwerpmuseum-app. Mooie unieke collectie in een prachtig pand. Zeker een bezoekje waard. Aanrader.

(Translated by Google) Very enjoyable museum. It's not too big, but there is a lot to see. Impressive to see that this is the collection of one man. (Original) Zeer aangenaam museum. Het is niet al te groot, maar er is veel te zien. Indrukwekkend om te zien dat dit de collectie is van één man.

(Translated by Google) On Saturday 23 May 2020, the first hours were virtually free of visitors. Wonderful to be able to visit this excellent museum in peace. The lighting is not great at all works. The museum is wheelchair accessible. There is an elevator. The two of us enjoyed the Rulle Griet for 10 minutes. We would like to compliment the staff: friendly and helpful. (Original) Op zaterdag 23 mei 2020 waren er de eerste uren zo goed als geen bezoekers. Prachtig om dit uitstekend museum in alle rust te kunnen bezoeken. De belichting is niet bij alle werken top. Het museum is toegankelijk voor rolstoelgebruikers. Er is een lift. We hebben 10 minuten met ons tweetjes kunnen genieten van de Rulle Griet. We geven graag nog een pluim aan het personeel:vriendelijk en behulpzaam.

(Translated by Google) A wonderful museum, non-standard collection. Very pleased with the visit. (Original) Чудесный музей, нестандартная коллекция. Очень довольны посещением.

(Translated by Google) I came here with a friend and we were chased by the security guard which made the visit very uncomfortable we were almost chased out of the museum, the security guard who did this looks like an Indian and was very scary as me and my girlfriend are just black teenage girls who came for a school assignment and we were treated like two suspected criminals, this did not happen to my white girlfriend who also visited here. (Original) Ik kwam hier met een vriendin en we werden achtervolgd door de beveiliger wat het bezoek zeer ongemakkelijk maakte we werden zowat uit het museum gejaagd, de beveiliger die dit deed lijkt op een Indiër en was zeer angstaanjagend aangezien ik en mijn vriendin gewoon zwarte tienermeisjes zijn die er kwamen voor een schoolopdracht en we werden behandeld als twee verdachte criminelen, dit gebeurde niet bij mijn blanke vriendin die hier ook een bezoek bracht.

Frits Mayer van den Bergh was lucky to start his collection when at that time there was little to no interest in the paintings of Bruegel and simular artist. The collection grew quite fast by acquiring the collection through auctions the heritage of other collectors. As he died quite yong, his mother had to realise his dream of building a museum for his collection. Many of the top collection is normally shown in the Antwerp Museum of fine arts, but during the remodeling of the latter museum the collection can be seen in his former surroundings as a temporary collection. Although the permanent collection is a must, this temporary collection is even more astonishing as Jan Van Eyck, Quinten Metsys, Rogier Van Der Weyden and Fouquet compete for your eyes (and ears - audioguide) to enjoy.

Excellent museum. Fantastic collection and great audio guide. Would definitely recommend .

Nice museum with extensive collection of Flemish painters. Not usually crowded, so arriving early will make the museum entirely for you. Included in your Antwerp pass.

Magic place and one of the greatest museum where I have been. Thank you a lot Antwerpen and Mayer can den Bergh team.

Today I was here with my husband at 16.30 o'clock. It took us a long time to get here and we really wanted to get to the museum. But when we walked in and asked about the ticket, the man told us that all the tickets were sold out, and the woman with short hair (she was next to him) started laughing. I doubt the museum was sold out. since there were few people there. I think this behavior of the museum workers is a little strange... at 17.00 the museum closes. My husband and I are very punctual and good young people. We would not delay workers.

An atmospheric house turned into a rich museum. Mostly medieval and Renaissance art with an emphasis on religious art. Very well presented, with a nice audio guide and a booklet that explains plenty of what is being shown. And a little candy to tickle your taste buds!

This is the best private Museum I've ever visited so far. So many beautiful decorations, collections including paintings, jewelry, figures, carvings, the play of new and old is also very harmonious. Highly recommended!

Allein das Gebäude, in dem sich die Kunstsammlung befindet, ist sehenswert. Eine nicht allzu große Ausstellung mit bedeutenden Werken Bruegels, die man gesehen haben sollte.

That's a very nice cosy museum with the collection of real masterpieces of Flemish and Dutch artists, really worth visiting!

Interesting little museum that I found it a bit scary, but it doesn't deny the fact that the place is full of unique art pieces, which is a must-see. Not too crowded in the evening. A little booklet is provided as a guide (audio guide wasn't available), a bit hard to read in the darker parts of the museum. Some works of art were located in a different room than described in the booklet. The museum is free with the Museumm pass card. You can place your backpack in a security box for free (to close it, you need a 1€ coin, or you can ask for a box coin at the ticket office). Staff is a bit rude if you have questions. That's why only 3 stars

A fine building and exhibition, however the counter staff did not let us know before purchasing tickets that the main Bruegel work, Dulle Griet, was unavailable for viewing and that rooms 11-14 were all closed. Apparently the ticket price was slightly reduced, but considering the amount you didn't get to see it ought to have been at least half price.

Not commonly known but great and intimate museum with a variety of historical works. Collection covers over 1000 pieces of paintings, statues, polychromes, leather wall decorations, jewelry (limited collection) and the famous Mayer Van den Bergh Breviarium. Pieter Breugel (a.o. Mag Meg), Quentin Matsys, Fouquet (the Mysterious Madonna)

Visitors to Antwerp please discover this excellent collection. Buy a combi ticket with the Rubens House for only 10 euro and you het to see fantastic work nu Flemish and Dutch masters.

A hidden jewel in Antwerp. A must see

Hidden gem and totally under rated. Love the amazing paintings in this museum. If you love Brugel, there are some of his paintings here. The collection is a personal one and not that large. So it's more worth it getting a combination ticket with Rubenhuis.

Together with the Ruben's House, the two finest manor houses and private art collections I've seen in Antwerp.

Don't miss it for the Bruegel the Eldar paintings alone, and there is much more besides. Combine with Ruben House

(Translated by Google) Exhibition around the 'Dulle Griet' with explanation from a guide, highly recommended. (Original) Tentoonstelling rond de 'Dulle Griet' met uitleg van een gids, een aanrader.

(Translated by Google) Recommended, now that Griet Griet is back home, much more unique art for multiple visits ... (Original) Aanrader, nu dulle Griet weer thuis is, veel meer unieke kunst voor meerdere bezoeken ...

One of Antwerp's treasures

(Translated by Google) Very interactive exhibition. Nice overview with some top pieces. Well worth a visit. Antwerp is more than Rubens (Original) Zeer interactieve tentoonstelling. Mooi overzicht met enkele topstukken. Zeker een bezoek waard. Antwerpen is meer dan Rubens

(Translated by Google) An incredible museum with a collection of works mainly from the 15th and 16th centuries. To be combined with the Rubens museum. Do not hesitate to go there. (Original) Un musée incroyable avec une collection d'œuvres principalement du 15 ème et 16 ème siècles. A coupler avec le musée Rubens. N'hésitez pas à y aller.

(Translated by Google) Was unknown to me but with a guide I became much wiser! ? (Original) Was voor mij onbekend maar met een gids ben ik er veel wijzer van geworden! ?

(Translated by Google) Interesting collection (Original) Interessante collectie

(Translated by Google) Good guide! (Original) Goede gids!

(Translated by Google) Very extensive and beautiful exhibition. (Original) Zeer uitgebreide en mooie expositie.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful paintings by (un) known masters (Original) Prachtige schilderijen van (on)bekende meesters

(Translated by Google) Small museum and large works of magnificent art !! (Original) Petit musée et grandes œuvres d'art magnifique !!

Truly a great place to discover art ans history. Excellent artifacts. Staff were excellent as well

(Translated by Google) I definitely have to go back to admire The rest of the many works. (Original) Moet ik zeker nog eens teruggaan om De rest van de vele werken te bewonderen.

Amazing museum with great passion

(Translated by Google) Wow, what a beautiful museum. Friendly supervisors, nice collection. I went to see the Madonna of Fouquet. She was exhibited very honorably, on a dark wall with spots on it, beautiful! (Original) Wow, wat een prachtig museum. Vriendelijke toezichthouders, mooie collectie. Ik ben geweest om de Madonna van Fouquet te gaan bezichtigen. Zij was heel eervol tentoongesteld, op een donkere muur met spots er op gericht, prachtig!

(Translated by Google) Marvelous small museum with Flemish masterpieces. Not to be missed! (Original) Meravigliso piccolo museo con capolavori fiamminghi. Da non perdere!

(Translated by Google) Nice little museum for connoisseurs and lovers of medieval paintings and sculptures. The house itself is also worth it. (Original) Leuk klein museum voor de kenner en liefhebber van vooral middeleeuwse schilderijen en beelden. Het huis zelf is ook de moeite waard.

(Translated by Google) Nice museum with beautiful works (Original) Mooi museum met prachtige werken

(Translated by Google) Visit beautiful museum (Original) Een bezoek brengen prachtig museum

(Translated by Google) Beautiful museum (Original) Museo bellissimo

(Translated by Google) An evening with Bruegel is great (Original) Een avond met Bruegel is topp

(Translated by Google) This museum is a gem (Original) Dit museum is een pareltje

A little hidden gem in the city of Antwerp. This museum houses a wide range of intriguing medieval art meticulously placed in the various historic rooms. The building itself is well worth the visit on its own. Gorgeous wall coverings, stained glass and expressive furnishings complete the visit for an intimate museum experience. Considering the limited size of the building, plan a visit in advance, during a calm time slot for example. Easy to complete on their website. Bring a headset for a full audio-experience!

Wonderful location with an extraordinary art collection! A must do when visiting Antwerp

What a magnificent collection of beauty! The building itself was worth a visit of a few hours. I enjoyed watching each corner. If you're interested in art from Dutch speaking part of Europe (nowadays Belgium and partially The Netherlands) then this is the place to be. You will find art in various forms: from paintings to sculptures to jewelry. You'll definitely need a few hours if you like to study each piece.

One of the best kept secrets of Belgium. They have Foucoult and Bruegel there! Book your time slots in advance.

Alright small museum, mostly religious paintings and such. Worth a visit. Not expensive at all.

A very special art collection in a historical home-like atmosphere, super nice staff and you get perfect little books that give you a lot of extra context of how this collection came together, which makes it extra beautiful.

That’s a awesome museum. They have great awesome audio files. Thank you very much.

Lovely little museum, packed with paintings. Recommend to pick up the joint ticket with rubenheis and do the double.

Antwerp is a great destination if you enjoy smaller museums with collections of early Netherlandish artworks. One of the great collections can be found at Museum Mayer van den Bergh. Note that if you also intend to visit Rubenshuis, and you should, you can avail of a combo ticket which includes entrance into both museums. This museum is the residence of Fritz Mayer van den Bergh, the late 19th century collector of fine art, whose collection demonstrates his knowledge, tastes and appreciation for art from the Low Countries that was ahead of his time. Mayer van den Bergh was particularly interested in the works of the Pieter Brueghel the Elder and you can see two of his works 'Twelve Proverbs of Wooden Plates' and the masterpiece known as Mad Meg (1561) here in Room 5. Mad Meg is a remarkable painting that very much shows the influence Hieronymus Bosch had on period artists like Brueghel. Its a astonishing artwork that is very enjoyable to look over. You can also see outstanding works from the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods, such as the triptych Temptation of St. Anthony (c. 1510) credited to the Master of Saints' Figures from Bruges, the Pieter Huys - Temptation of St. Anthony (1577) and Christ Carrying the Cross (c. 1540) by a follower of Hieronymus Bosch. There are also impressive Baroque, landscape and still Life paintings as well as sculptures to view in this well curated museum. All fifteen rooms are filled with lovely artworks that are enjoyable to view. In all, you can easily spend a couple hours here enjoying the works. If short on time, 30 minutes should be fine to view the highlights or stay much longer if you like what you are seeing. When you find yourself in places like Museum Mayer van den Bergh, it often best to just take your time to look over the artworks, find pieces that you really like and just enjoy yourself.

(Translated by Google) Worth the visit. (Original) Het bezoeken waard.

(Translated by Google) Pleasant, quiet. (Original) Aangenaam, rustig.

(Translated by Google) Little gem of a museum (Original) Petit bijou de Musée

(Translated by Google) De Mad Griet .......... (Original) De Dulle Griet..........

(Translated by Google) Beautiful rustic style. I expected more diversity. Average service. (Original) Estilo rústico bonito. Esperava mais diversidade. Atendimento mediano.

(Translated by Google) Nice collection of beautiful artwork (Original) Mooie verzameling prachtige kunstwerken

(Translated by Google) Just before the second lockdown I was able to visit the museum with my sister. Was the 1st time for both. (Original) Net voor 2e lockdown samen met m'n zus nog het museum 'n bezoek kunnen brengen. Was voor beide de 1e keer.

(Translated by Google) Very nice museums. I will be back here soon with my girlfriend (Original) Zeer mooie musea. Hier kom ik binnenkort terug met mijn vriendin

(Translated by Google) A private collection which has become an exciting museum. Flemish primitives, Gothic statuary, Bruegel (an entire room devoted to his world and Dulle Griet, the most enigmatic painting in the Southern Netherlands). Add to that a staff of extraordinary kindness and availability. A museum that I always enjoy revisiting. (Original) Une collection privée qui est devenue un musée passionnant. Les primitifs flamands, la statuaire gothique, Bruegel (une salle entière consacrée à son monde et Dulle Griet, le tableau le plus énigmatique des Pays-Bas du Sud). Ajoutez à cela un personnel d'une gentillesse et d'une disponibilité hors-normes. Un musée que j'ai toujours plaisir à revisiter.

(Translated by Google) Very nice temporary exhibition: Madonna and the dulle brill. Beautifully presented. Nice info (Original) Heel mooie tijdelijke tentoonstelling: Madonna en de dulle griet. Prachtig gepresenteerd. Leuke info

(Translated by Google) Friendly staff, museum with a really nice collection. (Original) Vriendelijk personeel, museum met echt wel mooie collectie.

(Translated by Google) Fantastic museum. Overwhelming collection, very extensive. (Original) Fantastisch museum. Overdonderende collectie, zeer uitgebreid.

(Translated by Google) Top museum. (Original) Top museum.

(Translated by Google) The most beautiful museum in Antwerp. (Original) Het mooiste museum van Antwerpen.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful collection in a beautiful building. Free with museum pass and A card. In addition to the top brands such as Breugel (Dulle brill was just restored) you will find very qualitative works of lesser known names. Corona measures are being followed up excellently. (Original) Prachtige collectie in een prachtig pand. Gratis met museum pas en A-kaart. Buiten de topmerken van o.a. Breugel (Dulle griet werd net gerestaureerd) vind je er zeer kwalitatieve werken van minder gekende namen. Corona maatregelen worden uitstekend opgevolgd.

(Translated by Google) Fantastic. (Original) Fantástico.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful collection and friendly staff (Original) Prachtcollectie en vriendelijk personeel

(Translated by Google) I rest in such places. (Original) Я в таких местах отдыхаю.

(Translated by Google) Always a special experience visiting this museum. (Original) Altijd weer een bijzondere ervaring dit museum bezoeken.

it has several most stunning works

(Translated by Google) Beautiful collection of works, definitely worth a visit. Beautiful works by Breughel, among others, culminating in the Dulle Griet. The small masterpiece the Madonna by Jan van Eyck is beautiful! (Original) Prachtige verzameling werken, zeker de moeite waard om te bezoeken. Mooie werken van onder andere Breughel, met voor ons als hoogtepunt de Dulle Griet. Het kleine meesterwerk de Madonna van Jan van Eyck is prachtig!

(Translated by Google) Handsome, impressive collection, the museum is not too big and therefore great to pop in from time to time. (Original) Knappe, indrukwekkende collectie, het museum is niet te groot en daarom tof om af en toe eens binnen te springen.

(Translated by Google) Very nice collection of works of art. Interesting and world famous pictures. The tour is confusing and the administration a bit disorganized. (Original) Sehr schöne Sammlung von Kunstwerke. Interessante und weltbekannten Bilder. Der Rundgang ist verwirrend und die Verwaltung ein wenig unorganisiert.

(Translated by Google) Glue like no other Incomparable collection (Original) Colle tiens sans pareille Collection incomparable

(Translated by Google) A hidden pearl! Here you can admire one of the best paintings in the world, the Dule Griet! really fantastic. (Original) Een verbogen parel! Hier kan je een van de beste schilderijen ter wereld bewonderen, de Dule Griet! echt fantastisch.

(Translated by Google) Grandicl capovalori! Da non perdere! Full of art masterpieces! (Original) Grandicl capovalori! Da non perdere! アートの傑作でいっぱい！

(Translated by Google) Beautiful presentation of the Mayer van de Bergh collection - medieval t.m. 19th century painting, sculpture, textile, stained glass, and medallion art in a historic building. (Original) Prachtige presentatie van de verzameling Mayer van de Bergh - middeleeuwse t.m. 19e-eeuwse schilder-, beeldhouw-,textiel-, glas-inlood-, en penningkunst in historisch pand.

(Translated by Google) You have to hurry and see the dull Griet before the building closes to expand. Nice museum !! (Original) Je moet je haasten en de dulle Griet nog zien eer het gebouw even sluit om uit te breiden. Mooi museum !!

(Translated by Google) Loved it! (Original) Очень понравился!

(Translated by Google) Very nice museum with beautiful well-known paintings. Nice to walk around (Original) Heel mooi museum met prachtige gekende schilderijen. Leuk om er rond te lopen

Best museum in Antwerp if you are into medieval art, some 17thc and early modern as well. Basement houses masterpieces from msk temporarily, amazing.

Interesting story of the history of the museum and the building itself it's nice to visit, especially the garden! The collection varies a lot - suppose you like old masters you will like here. The Madonna is def a highlight - should visit here for it solely. It's so contemporary - can't believe it was created that long ago!

One of the best art museums in Antwerp, specially now that the Museum of fines arts is closed for renovation. It’s a perfect museum experience with a compact and sizeable collection set inside what it looks like a neogothic bourgeois mansion although it was originally designed to house the collection at the beginning of the XX century. Plus now you can enjoy Jean Fouquet’s masterpiece “Virgin and child surrounded by Angels” (normally in the Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten Antwerpen)

I was astonished by the magnificence of the artistic taste of the pictures. It's a very wonderful museum.

Worth seeing

This place was superb. It has one of the best collections of Brugal's artwork. The man behind this collection was key to defining and persevering his works. It really is a gem of a museum in Antwerp.

I am not sure why I didn't like it, and found it a bit scary but that doesn't deny the fact that the place is full of unique Art pieces and one of the most special pieces, a painting on the first floor which is a must see.

Nothing special. I was in time issues and I speed-run it. Around 15-20 minutes. There was a small audioguide exhibition. The museum is free with the city card. You can place you backpack in a security box for free (to close it you need a 1€ coin or you can ask for a box coin at the ticket office)

Not a big museum but with an amazing collection, fair price and you get a souvenir, a booklet with all the painting you saw

Entrance fee is 10€ (or 6€ if you are under 26); you get a small book with description of art you see at this great museum and you also get to keep it as a souvenir :)

Very interesting but a bit thin on internal directions. The audio guide (2 rooms only) is a bit twee. I would have preferred straightforward info rather than imagined commentary from the collector's mother, but I suppose some people like that.

Truly a hidden gem! I originally went to the Rubens House, but it was closed for renovations. So I went to the museum nearby. I was really enthralled by the Mad Meg. It will also give you a taste of the life of the bourgeoisie in the 19th century Antwerp. Very nice and friendly staff too. A memorable visit!

Quite cool collection of paintings as well as home of the art collector. Well-run museum. Free cost of admission on heritage day.

Superb collection with a lot of pieces from the 14th to the 17th century. Masterpieces as De Dulle Griet are here!

Nice little museum with a dust smell. But impressive collection.

Good pieces. Bit haphazard, but it is an eclectic personal collection. The mood of the museum is dark, very dark. People are nice, but the house felt oppresive and unfriendly. Lighting is problematic. Lots of reflections. I had to move my head around quite a bit. I wished I liked it more...

Nice museum. Not so big, but have nice paintings. It was not very comfortable to read descriptions in book that they give, but it still was nice :)