Château des Comtes — Mouscron, Belgium
Centre Marcel MarlierDessine-moi Martine
Step into the warm, colourful world of Martine and discover the talent of illustrator Marcel Marlier, from Mouscron, at the heart of an interactive museum set in a 15th-century castle.
- of interactive exhibition space
- 800 m²of interactive exhibition space
- levels to explore
- 3levels to explore
- Martine's first appearance
- 1954Martine's first appearance
- books sold
- 160 Mbooks sold
The museum
A journey across three floors
Spread over 800 m², the exhibition invites visitors of all ages to explore Marcel Marlier's work, from his earliest sketches to Martine's adventures.
Ground floor
The man and his pencil
Marcel Marlier's biography and the secrets of his drawing technique: sketches, drafts and original documents.
Mezzanine
Martine's world
A journey through the Martine books, exploring the nature, animals and pastimes that have delighted generations.
Upper floor
The world of imagination
Digital games, a hot-air balloon and Martine's bedroom with her outfits: a space for dreaming and interactivity.
Activities
Much more than a visit
Workshops, birthday parties, school visits and temporary exhibitions: the Centre Marcel Marlier is alive all year round.
Creative workshops
Art workshops during school holidays to spark children's creativity.
Birthday parties
Celebrate a birthday in Martine's world: a playful, memorable experience.
School visits
Guided tours tailored to school groups, combining culture, art and discovery.
Temporary exhibitions
Three free temporary exhibitions a year, plus seasonal events.
Visitor info
Plan your visit
The museum welcomes you from Tuesday to Sunday. Find all the details on access, prices and opening hours.
Opening hours
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday09:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday09:00 – 17:00
- Thursday09:00 – 17:00
- Friday09:00 – 17:00
- Saturday10:30 – 18:00
- Sunday14:00 – 18:00