Great place and two museums for one entrance. So much to see and so interesting.

Absolutely brilliant, way above expectations. Really enthusiastic friendly staff. Village part surprisingly good, bikes even better for me!

Very nice museum if you like motorbikes and a step back in time! Friendly staff, and convenient parking.

A wonderful surprise. Packed full of interesting material. The staff are very enthusiastic and helpful. Definitely worth a visit.

A compilation of old trades, shops and machinery. It’s like a walk thru memory lane. Nice and large collection of old and more recent Motobecane/ mobylette mopeds.

This Museum is quite lovely, and, in my view, definitely worth visiting. On arrival there is plenty of parking. A very helpful lady received our entry fee. The range of bicycles and motorcycles manufactured by Motobécane is amazing. There is also a series of shops from yesteryear, which brought back many memories. The gift shop is small but there is a nice selection of things to buy.

Looking forward to go in summer again beautiful place

It's a very nice park. It was a little crowded especially on the weekend but you can enjoy it here. Lots of activities tracks are here. This place also consists of zoo and water boat activities.

First day in France. Landed in heaven. Staying at Municipal Campsite at St. Quentin. Next to Canal. Fantastic for biking and cycled to this park. Brilliant. Great for cycling round, animals if you want to go and see. Had a great ice cream and then, hopefully, worked off some of the calories on the exercise area. Cycling on canal was great, lovely tarmac path.

Best place to relax and enjoy with your family and friends. Kids play areas. Restaurant. And park zoo

This place was a real surprise, lovely walk over natural paths across the islands, lots of facilities, and a lovely animal park, all for free. The only let-down was the toilet, highly technological, with electronic doors, but no toilet paper and a wet toilet seat, so we couldn't use it.

2nd time visiting while driving back to UK. Great stop to walk your dog and relax free parking at the entrance

Cycled through this park completely by accident. Following Google maps route to campsite. Lovely place with lakes, walkways and well tended gardens. Best surprise were the animals, lots o rare breads, well cared for. They even have signs saying when feeding time is so you can go along and watch.

Nice and green space, good for sports and relaxing! Summer beach is amazing

The Basilica of Saint-Quentin is an incredible place, steeped in history and rich in culture. I’ve had the chance to explore not only the main areas but also the top, the basement, and even hidden sections that are usually closed to the public. There’s so much more to this site than meets the eye—it’s truly a treasure trove of stories and architectural wonders.

This is a beautiful Basilica. The restoration is amazing however the things I particularly liked to see were the markings on the wall the signs of old graffiti and the builders and restorers measurements penciled on the stone.

A very nice church with a modern side and an old one. There are some nice pieces to see inside and someone was playing the organ which gave its gothic architecture life. It was almost empty of visitors when i went inside.

The Basilique du Saint-Quentin is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture in France. Its towering spires and intricate details are classic features of this style. The Gothic architecture here is known for its pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses, which give the church its impressive and grand appearance. Inside, the high ceilings and large stained glass windows, typical of the Gothic period, create a sense of awe and spirituality. It's a perfect place to appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of medieval architecture while experiencing a peaceful and reverent atmosphere. This basilica is a true gem for Gothic architecture enthusiasts.

The Basilique built over 850 years is currently under restoration but is still in use for services. It remains open for public viewing. Even under restoration this is an amazing church. Well worth visiting.

This place truly caught me off guard. The interior is beautiful, all of the artefacts are interesting and the history of the building is fascinating. Really enjoyed visiting and it was definitely worth a stop.

Very beautiful and historical place, highly recommended to visit.

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(Translated by Google) Birthday party for my 50th birthday, we all had a memorable, unforgettable, superb evening and so on. The meal was super good and the service excellent, the staff were responsive, helpful and smiling. The show is simply great, I was able to go on stage to take part in a great moment with a dancer ☺️ I highly recommend taking a detour to this cabaret. Another huge thank you to the whole team 🥰 (Original) Soirée d'anniversaire pour mes 50 ans, nous avons tous passés une soirée mémorable, inoubliable, superbe et j'en passe. Le repas super bon et le service nickel, le personnel est réactif, serviable, souriant. Le spectacle est tout simplement génial, j'ai pu montée sur scène pour participer à un moment génial avec un danseur ☺️ Je recommande vivement de faire un détour dans ce cabaret. Encore un immense merci à toute l'équipe 🥰

(Translated by Google) We had a very pleasant afternoon, a very good meal and a magnificent show 😍 thank you all 🥰👏 (Original) Nous avons passé une très agréable après-midi repas très bon et le spectacle magnifique 😍 merci à vous tous 🥰👏

It was a truly wonderful visit. I thoroughly enjoyed discovering this hidden treasure in the French countryside. The day was perfect — the sun was shining, there were only a few tourists, and I had the entire abbey almost to myself. An unforgettable experience.

Wonderful peaceful place, part of the Abbey restored with pretty gardens. Great place of interest to stop off the motorway. Allows dogs inside and out. Drinks from shop served in garden, picnic tables available.

Nice place to walk around (and cool down during a hot day), the place has a great garden where you could also sit down and enjoy the plants for a while. You can buy drinks at the entrance and they also have booklets in different languages with information about the place.

Eerily quiet 🤫

Very pleasant site. No cloister or abbaye left. Only the monk's building. Must be a topper to have a feast.

Bit disappointing, the Abbaye is nice but we thought it would be greater and more

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Fantastic place to visit, some amazing exhibits, and there is also an interactive app, that really helps. My only issue is that it felt more like an art gallery than a museum, a little bit to neat...

Very good layout in the museum, taking you through each year of WW1 , exhibits of uniforms, weapons and posters all translated in different languages with interactive tablets. Two short films are also available, one about the events leading up to the outbreak of war and one covering the battle of the Somme.

Fantastic museum at Peronne. It's well worth visiting. Really informative exhibits, and a few bits and pieces can be touched and encouraged to try on, like helmets & body armour. I'd recommend buying a joint ticket with the Thiepval Museum as it is a lot cheaper to get them together; they also offer a discount for service personnel or veterans. There is a free car park outside and many restaurants on the main square just in front of the main entrance.

INFORMATIVE AND EXTENSIVE WW1 MUSEUM | EXCELLENT PRESENTATION | DO NOT MISS THE INTER ACTIVE SOLDIERS!

Thought provoking museum accessed via the castle entrance- despite signs to the contrary in the car park! Other than walking round for 10 minutes looking for the entrance it is excellent, and a worthwhile companion to a visit to Thiepval, which is not far away.

Fabulous museum, sets the war within its political and social context, lots of very evocative and interesting images and artifacts. Sections on the history of castle and Australians part in fighting in the licality also well presented. No cafe but spaces to sit inside and out if you take a packed lunch.

An excellent adventure into the minds and lives of those who fought in and lived through the great war. Also, comparing the recruitment strategies used in their desperation to the American recruitment strategies was very enlightening and a bit funny. The Dix collection is a must-see: it privides a raw, heart-rending venture into the tormented mind of a brave soul who fought both enemies internally and externally. I am truly grateful to have experienced this. (Out of respect, I did not take pictures, plus I may have been a little rattled).

As a South African for me this was a must see! I spent half a day here and loved it. There is a lot of history here. The map at the entrance is useless. The “only tree left” is located at the back of the monument and the entry point beacon just a short walk towards the town side. Lots of familiar names on the monument! Trenches and craters are still visible today in the forest.

An absolute must visit for the history buff or the casual visitor to the Somme. Situated in the heart of Delville Wood at Longueval the walk down the avenue of oaks to memorial is stunning. The memorial and trails around the Delville Wood is very informative. To the memory of the fallen. Lest we forget ❤️ 🌹

After visiting most memorials in the Somme region, I would say this one is one of the best. There is a large, free carpark for cars, coaches, and bikes next to the reception. There is a small picnic area at the entrance and a cafe (selling ice cream and cold drinks only) with free toilets. Start your tour behind the visitor centre at the "first stone", a small stone pillar which marks the entry point where the 1st South African Infantry Brigade first entered Delville Wood on July 15th 1916. You can follow the pillars on a short trail through the woods, following the German trenches which were taken over by the South Africans. These trenches are maintained to varying degrees throughout the huge woods, some are very easy to see and walkable and some are completely covered by undergrowth. The woods is very beautiful and atmospheric. At the end of you trail you reach the last tree, the only tree which survived WWI in this area. There is a small memorial here with more information. Next to the Last Tree is a large memorial with a museum inside the main courtyard of the memorial! It is not clearly sign posted so you will need to walk around a little to find the entrance. The museum is free and air conditioned, it tells the story of the South African forces and the battle of Delville Wood through displays of artefacts, memorials, artworks, and information boards. The museum is build in a donut shape around the memorial courtyard and is a unique and dynamic experience. Definitely worth a visit to learn to little-known, deeply moving story of the South African fighters in WWI.

Before visiting this museum, I knew very little about the involvement of South Africans in WWI. The museum was eye-opening, very detailed, and well kept. The images and stories preserved here moved me to tears. A must-visit if you are in the area and have even the slightest interest in World War I.

Very nice setup of the SA involvement in both world wars. Nice statics and we could easily follow the info in Zuid Afrikaans. Unbelievable how many Dutch named soldiers died during the conflicts

Well worth a visit if you find yourself in the area, even if you have no interest in the 1st World War. Beautifully kept museum and wood that’s so peaceful, harrowing to think what it was like back in 1916. The museum portrays the history of a modern South Africa and would make any other fellow South African proud.

An excellent free museum and memorial, set within the silent, haunting Delville Wood, site of so much death. Would be five stars if a) there was somewhere to get a coffee and b) the gents toilets weren't out of order.

I liked it, but I was surprised to find at the end that the underground tour part wasn't actually authentic, but just a recreation. Shame they can't send you down the actual pit like many mine tours do. I guess this one the shafts have been capped or is otherwise unsafe. That said it was very well done.

A good place to visit for about 2-3 hours. Intesting place, english information sheet and listening device for the tour and museum. The mine tour was good. Lots of parking and toilets.

Amazing place. The museum is super cool, it explains in very nice way all about mining on the region and on the site. The visit to the simulated mine is as well cool.

I turn up at 1300 on a Friday 27 June to find the restaurant is 'full' yet it remains empty. I am informed that I have to attend the tour at 1330 and after that ONLY then am I free to visit the museum. Therefore they think I wait 30 minutes doing nothing! Little do then know it's likely I know more about mining than they do! Thankfully this place was only one of many I am visiting and I highly recommend visiting the locally run museums, ran by volunteers who worked those particular mines. This is an attraction for those with no prior knowledge of mining!

Great attraction showing how minig has changed through the ages. Includes information on how the miners worked and lived. Well presented and a great day out.

I never thought that I could enjoy this type of visit that much. The museum is so realistic, you have the feeling of going back to the past. Count minimum 3hours for a full visit and wear comfortable shoes, it's important.🤪 There's a small shop for souvenirs, many other activities for almost all ages throughout the year. If you're visiting the Nord-Pas-de-Calais, then you should definitely stop by this museum. It's worth your curiosity especially if you like history though this one isn't a joyful one. To those who have read "Germinal" of Emile Zola, this museum is the best way to feel like you were present in those days, meanwhile many of us weren't even born when it all happened.😊

Really nice museum, with a very nice collection. There are lots of stuff and info for small and big. The entry to the "mine" is very informative. If you plan to go plan atleast three hours to have time enough to get all the information. We spent nearly three hours with two children and did not manage to see it all. The reason for only 4 stars is the missing information in English in the permanent exhibition.

One of the most important bell towers in France, interesting giants inside and bell carillon, stunning views on top. Access from left tunnel crossing the Town Hall building from front and back streets, check timetable to visit. Visits are guided by a kind clerk who seems coming out from the middle age. If the beffroi is closed (use to while the guide is on visit) tickets can be purchased also at the tourist office at 100m at Place d'Armes.

There are 1-hour visits organised by the tourist office. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and interesting, we really enjoyed our visit!

Great experience climbing the tower and ringing the carillion bells. Guide very good and was able to explain a little in English just for us!

Fantastic guided tour beautiful bells and a great guide!

Very beautiful.

If you are driving through the area and would like to see what a provincial town in North-eastern France is like, take a look at the main square in this town as well as the Bell tower.

Nice place to visit if the weather is good overall very good place its looks amazing in the evening

We had a tour guide named Manon who explained the Battle of Arras and how thousands of French and Brits worked to build the tunnel. We were brought underground and it was cold and dark, a combination of videos and sounds made the experience even more vivid. North France made a perfect world war tour

An excellent starting point if you are going to visit the various memorials in the area. The guided tour of the underground areas and the history explanation is detailed and very sobering to see what the soldiers went through over 100 years ago.

A profoundly moving experience, the tour of the tunnels flowed effortlessly from start to finish, Merci Isabelle and our guide Mathais. A worthy tribute of rememberance to the Kiwis who worked underground to prepare for the 1917 Battle of Arras, a humbling experience that is sensitive to the memory of those men and to their living descendants. Thank you to everyone involved in preserving the history. Lest we forget.

Truly impressive ww1 tunneling site occupied by the Kiwis prior to the 1917 battle of Arras. Guided tour with an English speaking guide , the subterranean tour is fascinating, sad, and stunning all at once.

Very interesting experience. Caves do not feel confining if you are claustrophobic. Our guide was fun and made it entertaining and informative.

Very interesting tour. Our guide was knowledgeable, telling us about the preparation for and the Battle of Arras. Definitely worth it.

This is a great place to see and experience, the staging and scenography really brings the reality into focus and the ‘Way out’ is very moving. (maybe more so for me as my great grandad lay down his life at Arras 1917) A must do for anyone in the area, especially touring the WW1 sites.

Very well located, nice design, friendly staff however ; coffee machine in room that doesn’t work. Nicely designed showers that are poorly installed. A smell of wood rot from humidity permeated the room. Not the hotels fault but there was a rave next door that kept me up all night. Booming bass making my eardrums contract. Managed to even record the bass on video. Breakfast to be desired. Another coffee machine that was broken. The flies others have remarked are still there in the dead of winter. Also saw the staff fill up the beans with decaf coffee…. Kind of need caffeine in the morning. Very contrasting experience to say the least. Maybe willing to try again…

Stayed a couple of weeks ago, had an amazing room located in the loft, it was lovely, it was somehow very grand but very cosy at the same time. Things I wasn’t so keen on were the bathroom it didn’t have a door on it, the fridge smelt terrible and although the breakfast was nice when things ran out they didn’t replenish them, not ideal when you have 2 hungry teenagers with you. However I would stay again.

Honestly I’m not sure what to think about this place. The location is surely great and the rooms are potentially nice. However, on 4 pillows we had, all of them were all full of other people’s hair (plus one was also dirty of something unspecified). We headed down to the reception to discuss this with the receptionist, but we couldn’t find anyone as it seems she was gone as soon as we checked-in. We decided to use the bathroom towels to cover the pillows as we didn’t know what to do in those circumstances and with two children very tired. In the morning, we headed down for breakfast and when opening up one of the cereal jars, this was already shattered in pieces with many glass pieces already inside the jar. A clear hazard for health and safety. We immediately called the receptionist and she of course apologised and asked if we were ok, but didn’t take away the jar, which I was wondering if could it be a danger for other potential guests as pieces of glass were inside where the cereal were. I hope she took this away later at least! Also no one was speaking English. Luckily I speak a little French (not good enough for a fluent conversation though) so communication was kinda intermittent as we couldn’t have a proper full conversation. It is an OK place for one night. However, it needs some serious cleaning improvements in relation to cleaning and food safety. Such a shame because the building is nice and the location is excellent to explore the city. There is also an underground parking lot with an exit directly on the square.

I was delighted with this hotel. My room on the top floor was roomy and stylish. Admittedly, it only had a skylight window, apart from in the bathroom, but that was fine with me. And I loved my huge freestanding bath in the bedroom! The location could not be better. I would definitely choose this hotel again.

My family of five stayed in one of the third floor apartments on our way down to the Provence. This hotel has a wonderful setting; the Grand-Place d’Arras. Our room looked over the square. The room was well appointed and modern. It had a mezzanine floor with a second double bed, and a comfortable sofa bed for two. The bathroom is semi open plan. Our children are young so showering without a door was no issue for us but for families with older children, leaving the room to avoid embarrassing the bathroom user would be needed. There is a coffee pod machine; not Nespresso though. Our room was in one of the spectacular scalloped gable-ends of the buildings which flank the Grand-Place. The overall décor of the hotel is modern and well designed. There is lots of monochrome schemes with good lighting. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. My family will certainly return to this welcoming place.

Shower is leaking towards to the door of the room which is 3 meters away. Stayed one night as a couple. Cleaned the room 4 times after shower. I did the cleaning 4 times and paid 100 euros. We could see the wood ground was damaged because of water from previous travelers.

Great place. Our duplex room facing the main square was fabulous. The staff and host were absolutely fantastic and would go extra mile to help, if needed. It is slap in the middle of town centre (mind the noise, though), so in walking distance of all central places. Parking outside is free, though not sure if it is valid on work days. Overall, if you are considering staying in Arras, I can easily recommend this place.

What an epic monument, set in a beautiful location…. Its scale and design is awe inspiring and on a sunny day is truly epic… Those that give this monument less than 5 stars due to political or petty reasons really need to have a word with themselves… the people this monument represents are those that paid the ultimate sacrifice for the safety and security of their nation.

Very important memorial for a historical battle won by the Canadians. I rented a car out of Paris and made a day trip just to see this memorial. As a Canadian I felt the need to visit, and I was very glad I did. This memorial is what is on the Canadian Twenty Dollar Bill, photo attached.

A truly beautiful and serene memorial site that offers a meaningful experience for visitors. The exhibits onsite are thoughtfully curated and provide valuable historical and emotional context. The grounds are well-maintained, with clean bathrooms and a conveniently located vending machine for refreshments. Visitors are encouraged to maintain a respectful demeanor throughout their time here, as the site honors important memories and lives. Unfortunately, during my visit, a group of disrespectful youths disrupted the peaceful atmosphere, which detracted somewhat from the experience. This is a place for quiet reflection, and those unable to behave appropriately should consider visiting elsewhere. Overall, I highly recommend this memorial for anyone seeking a moment of reflection, education, or tribute. A truly moving and dignified place.

What an absolutely incredible site. It is so much larger than I expected, very well maintained, and full of sobering reminders of the devastation and reality of World War I. There are intact fields of no man’s land full of craters and misshapen features. The monument is significant in size and impression . When we arrived, there were many bus loads of French students here to learn about the history of this battle. It was nice to see the site so well used for education. My father-in-law’s uncle died here, and he is named after that uncle. It was an emotional experience to find his name on the memorial. One of the French teacher, teachers and student students were excited to discover this connection, and they surrounded him with cheers and hugs, and it was very emotional for everyone. The only complaint is the lack of the accessibility. My parents in law are elderly and had a very difficult time making the walk to the monument. If one improvement could be made, it is making a site significantly more accessible for the disabled and the elderly. I would highly recommend this site to anyone, especially any Canadians travelling through the area.

The memorial is quite amazing to see, even in the pouring rain. It's a true monument to the brave soldiers you lost their lives far from home so many years ago. I highly recommend a visit to the information centre as well.

Unbelievable well-preserved trenches from both sides!........You cannot say that you enjoyed it, because of the horrors of what occurred here! But it is a fitting memorial where you can take a moment to actually witness in real life and reflect on the futility of the First World War and sacrifice of the poor soldiers on both sides who never came home!

Third time I’ve visited this memorial and it reminds a powerful and emotional experience every time. Beautifully maintained location and well worth a visit if you’re in the area.

Truly incredible museum. An amazing collection of striking artifacts, classical statues and iconic artwork. I also was pleasantly surprised to find that only for special events/exhibitions do you need a ticket, otherwise entry is totally free to see this absolutely incredible place. An absolute MUST if you're in the area.

Great museum! Well worth a visit. There were a lot of visiters though, so we had to wait at certain rooms to see everything. Worth a visit if you love art!

Free admission, nice collection in a quiet place. There is additional exhibition that costs extra. Audio guide available for 2 euros.

We used this as a pit stop while on a road trip, and it exceeded my expectations. The museum is free and enables you to see loads of incredible art. I loved the layout in the main room, with artefacts in chronological order. The information was really useful along with some fun activities for children/adults. The museum itself is not grand, but I think that adds to its appeal. What seems quite ordinary from the outside opens up into an airy and spacious blank canvas for the art to stand out against. I don't know if we could have spent too long here, which is why I have marked it down a star. However there seemed to be cafés and other paid exhibitions which you could delight yourself with. Free parking, free museum. Excellent stuff.

Fabulous! Love the layout. Loved the collection of art… A lot of of it was very whimsical. I’ll post my photos.

Beautiful Museum and absolutely worth a visit. We didn’t have to pre-book tickets as it was very empty. There is also a nice restaurant just outside the museum and a canteen inside serving salads, sandwiches and wine.

Very nice Museum. nice staff and beautiful from the inside. also the path to walk to the museum was incredibly beautiful. Unfortunately there was no English translation under the french text, you needed to take an audio device from the info point.

A lovely day out! Varied display of painting and historical items. The staff were nice. Free bag storage! Very reasonable price. Small café and gift shop available. The beautiful open spaces didn't feel crowded. My only note is there wasn't a translation for everything, so I might suggest using the audio or practicing your french🙂.

This museum was such a nice experience. First of all it is included in your city pass even the temporary exhibit. It was not too crowded to you could take your time and ease to check the art out that is displayed in a very clean and concise way. The temporary exhibit was such a delight to learn about the flemish culture. Absolutely recommended for lille visitors.

This museum is an absolute delight and a must-visit for anyone in the area. From the moment I stepped inside, the atmosphere was welcoming and the collection was impressive. As a first-time visitor, I can confidently say I'll be back. I had a wonderful experience during my visit, spending almost an hour exploring both the special exhibit and the rest of the museum. I was specifically keen on seeing "les Géants," and it certainly did not disappoint! The curation was phenomenal, and the scale and detail of the pieces truly lived up to the name. Importantly, the permanent exhibition also deserves high praise; the quality and depth I saw in the remaining time were fantastic. For first-time visitors, note that purchasing tickets at the museum itself is straightforward and easy. While my time was short, the hour spent exploring provided a fantastic, well-rounded first impression. Highly recommend making a trip to explore this gem!

Several great art pieces here. Some Picasso, Monet, and a Donatello carving that is quite incredible. My favorite part was this large collection of maps of French and Belgian cities in 3D miniature style that show the cities from a few centuries ago. My favorite statue was this skeleton holding a heart located at the top on one of the staircases. There was a cute cafe and gift shop.

An amazing place where modern touch of art meets the classical works of past masters. On three different floors you will see the region trough the different perspective to the modern era. Worth going and had a great time .

Amazing, peaceful place away from the hustle and bustle of Lille centre. It is worth a visit just to see the relief maps, you couldn't carry one about on the back shelf of your carriage in case you got lost, they are huge! The Egyptians were a unique race of people, one sign said they bred cats just to slaughter them to put in a sarcophagus for the journey to the afterlife. A flint tool is the oldest thing on show, 300,000 years old! I was unsure about visiting the place but I am so glad I made the effort.

Not that there is anything wrong with Lille, it is a lovely city to visit. But adding to the ambiance of Lille one also comes across one of the great art galleries in Europe, the palais de beaux arts. Their selection of 19th century works is just a pleasure to see, each one a master by a master.

Excellent place for book lovers, the decor of the square itself is so alazing , taking the book buying experience to a different level level. Several book stores in row selling books, posters , plates very amazing collection. The square also is very nice with metal structure in the middle making the place look cooler . Loved the idea of open air book shop . Have seen many antique shop but not exclusively book sale like this . Very unique experience not just for book lovers but for all .

The old stock exchange is one of the city’s major landmarks. You can browse books stalls and card vendors. The centre shows an art installation at the moment, a mirror sphere. The Flemish baroque architecture is bery charming. A place surely not to miss when visiting Lille. Enjoy!

Amazing architecture Mist visit place in lille You can see the complete lille from the top of the tower. 7euros ticket ,(in bulk it's 6) 150 steps to start , then you can choose steps to continue or take an elevator. On top open space space with cool breeze will mesmerize for sure. Even sovenior shop in the middle has a good collection. Never miss this place

I enjoyed my experience in la vieille bourse. It’s free for everyone to go in and it’s like a market for people to sell their old stuff like books and other gadgets and you can find so many old treasures there and prints to collect as souvenirs. It can get a little crowded there, but you can still tour the place without waiting outside as per my visit. It’s located right in the central Square of Lynn.

Stunning views of Lille. Very well organised, the bell tower only has capacity for 18 people at any one time so a wait is inevitable. The staff frequently address the queue updating with an approximate timeline. We were told one hour but it was closer to 30mins. On entrance at ground level you store your bags in a locker and climb a few flights of stairs where after paying in the small gift shop (just over 7€ with some concessions for under 18) you can climb the remaining flights or use the elevator (holds 4 people max) This was the worst experience for me - you can really appreciate how high this tower is when in a narrow lift shaft in a cage that keeps climbing upwards! Well worth it for the views and the information about the landmarks. We took the stairs down! We were in the tower all told about 90 minutes.

It's an amazing building, one of the landmarks of Lille.

A traditional yet welcoming, tranquil space

France, a country notorious among travelers for its challenging reputation, turned out to be far more charming than I expected. And for me, Lille had even more appeal than Paris. If I ever return to France, there’s no question I’ll be coming back to Lille.

Lille is a beautiful city. The buildings are so architecturally stunning. Plenty to see and do on our 3 days trip. Lots of restaurants and coffee, patisseries. Yummy. Our hotel Mercure grand place was extremely good value and breakfast fabulous. Will visit again when its maybe not so hot 🥵

Absolutely gorgeous! 🥰 Very lively during the day and mesmerising at night with all the beautiful illuminations. It reminded me of Brussels in a way. It’s definitely a must when in Lille. Plenty of restaurants and cafés in its surroundings.

Amazing and spacious square where you can admire several architectural beauties of lille. It can get crowded and there are beggars and homeless people around it, so watch out for your stuff, or help if possible.

The beautiful city of lille. Well worth a visit just for the architecture alone. Stunning and great to see a strong police presence

Only had an hour in Lille before heading for the ferry at Calais so of course we headed straight for the Grand Place & the surrounding streets of the Vieux-Lille to look at the buildings & soak up some Lille vibes….& it was all positive apart from one thing - the stench of the sewers :/

The areas of the town squares are nice. There are many nice decorations around and some good stores where people can buy stuff. One thing I don't like is the fact that cars are allowed to operate within the pedestrian area, with no traffic lights and no signs. Really, man? Who's dumb idea was that? People who walk and cyclists can get hurt, especially children. This stupidity was abolished in 99% of the European cities I've visited, except for Lille. Seriously... Compared to Szeged, Charleroi, Novi Sad and Timișoara, which are superior cities, Lille sucks in that case. 👎 Those are a few examples. ☝️ I've visited many cities all across Europe and Asia. Naming all of them would take 100 days. I know Lille can become good. It really needs better laws and improvements. Other than that, I see good things too. The surroundings look nice. 👍

Every time I’m in Lille, I try to visit this place. I’m not religious or a believer at all, but I enjoy the sense of peace here. My favorite part is the front wall made of stone slabs, glowing with the sunlight streaming through. I love that Europeans are not afraid to blend modern elements into what is traditionally seen as timeless and unchanging.

I don’t think I’ve ever written a review for a church before but since I really enjoyed my visit, I’ll make an exception! I spent about 20 minutes inside. At the back of the church, there are explanations for each shrine about the art, paintings, and/or statues you can see, also available in English. The decorations in general are very nice. The exterior is original, and inside you can find the story of the church’s construction.

When i got to the church for a visit on a saturday noon, it was so crowded with people on their best clothes for mass. A nice sight to see locals with their religion. The church itself is nice with a mix of modern and gothic architecture and many arts displayed for the visitors to see.

I had the pleasure of visiting Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille Cathedral today, and it left me in awe. This cathedral is a stunning blend of history, art, and spirituality — from its contemporary exterior to the richly detailed interiors. The stained-glass windows are absolutely breathtaking, filling the space with color and light in a way that feels both majestic and intimate. Each chapel is beautifully preserved, with intricate altars, ornate mosaics, and artwork that tells centuries of stories. One of the highlights was the altar under the towering stained glass panels, glowing softly with red votive lights — a sacred and serene corner that invites you to pause and reflect. I also appreciated the scale model of the cathedral displayed inside, which offered a fascinating look into the architectural vision and construction history. The mix of Gothic and modern design throughout the cathedral makes it truly unique — especially the bold, minimalist main altar contrasted against the more traditional chapels. Whether you’re interested in architecture, religion, or simply want a quiet, inspiring place to explore in Lille, Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille is a must-visit. It’s a space where past and present coexist beautifully — peaceful, grand, and full of wonder.

Construction of this historic cathedral began in 1854 and took over a century to complete. Visiting it was a moving experience that truly inspired a sense of reverence.

Expect a 30 to 45 minute wait if you don't get tickets ahead of the visit. What can I say it's Notre Dame

What a beautiful church in the heart of the city center. The main entrance is up a flight of steps. You're immediately drawn to the backlit alabaster and round stained glass windows.

Great place to visit! Really reasonably priced. A number of the exhibits were closed for renovations so we weren't able to see everything. Would definitely recommend a trip to the Zoo if you're visiting Lille!

Zoo de Lille is very good for the price! We were pleasantly surprised by a wide range of animals in the zoo. The attraction unfortunately at the moment is under renovation which I imagine will be complete by summer season (2025.) Despite the building work we still managed to spend well over an hour at the zoo. It’s worth noting this is not a whole day attraction and will only take you a few hours at most.

Fabulous small zoo with many birds and small mammals. Lots of space in the enclosures. Takes about 1 hour to walk round. Can wander amongst tropical birds so watch out for their deposits from above 🤭

A lovely, compact, well-kept zoo, ideal for families with small children. Suitably priced (as at 2025 it is €6 for adult and about €3 for children) as it is took about an hour and a half go through with a short stop for lunch. There are no large animals like elephants, rhinos, hippos, zebra etc. but a nice selection of smaller ones which were great to see - playful meerkats, sleepy warthogs and tapirs, porcupine, tortoise, an array of birds, red panda. The zoo was well-maintained, not an overload of signage, small amounts of information (name of the animal in English) and lots of clear spacious paths, a huge amount of greenery so it felt more like you were visiting animals in their natural habitats. Throughout the zoo they featured large glossy photos of their animals. No wait to enter in summer holidays. Free toilet access inside the zoo. Small lunch option (toasties and crepes, ice creams etc). A lift available for disabled visitors to access areas with steps. Good links via bus if preferring that to a walk from the heart of Lille. Outside the zoo there is a large play area and mini theme park so worth visiting this area with young ones!

Small, but very amazing zoo. Cheap entree fee. Not to busy, so you can watch most of the animals in peace. Very fun, would recommend!!

Not a bad little zoo. Part of it was closed when we went. Although it's small, it has some nice enclosures and some animals not often encountered in zoos. It could use a few more zoo maps as they seem to be few. Also, beware of Google Maps if you're walking and looking for the zoo. It sent us on a 50 minute journey around the citadel rather than the MUCH shorter direct route.

amazing for the price, much bigger than we expected! took about 3 hours to properly go around. one thing i have to say is i'm not sure how ethical it is to have pallas's cats which are adapted to cold environments, especially due to the heatwave - a lot of the animals were visibly struggling with the heat but of course this is out of the zoos control for the most part

Well worth the visit, especially, in my opinion, those with kids as they will absolutely love the immersive (recreated) dug out and trenches. An impressive making and simulation of what a trench would look or feel like. The museum is packed with information, mostly relating to the battle of Passchendale itself but also to the wider western front. The Audi guides are a great tool to have to guide you throughout and the museum itself sits in a wider memorial park area which is just beautiful. There is more parking a little further up the road if the main car park is full. Plenty of spaces to have a picnic in the surrounding parks. The museum itself probably hosts the friendliest and helpful staff you could ever encounter.

What a wonderful museum dedicated to the soldiers of WW1. The audio guide has all the information about each room and bunkers you visit. For me the most moving insight was the interactive cinema which gave an insight into the hard, difficult conditions the soldier's fought in. The underground tunnels and trenches were also an interesting eye opener into the fighting in WW1. Allow at least a couple of hours to really appreciate the whole museum

An essential visit for anyone interested in not only the military side of the 1917 battle but also the impact on the civilians. For me, this was a deeply personal and emotional visit as my Great Grandfather served the 1917 Battle and kept a diary of his experiences of being a British Gunner in the Royal Garrison Artillery. Amazingly the diary survived and therefore I visited as part of my research into his experiences and thanks to this museum I learned so much more. The trenches experience was really interesting and there is an excellent audio guide that takes you through the whole museum. We didn't buy tickets in advance but had no wait to enter. There is a shop and cafe nearby.

What a beautiful museum,ao much history of what happened at Passendale. You get to experience the underground living of the troops and has a wide selection of artifacts from the war. Some things putting things into perspective. You can also just spend time in their park which is also clean and scenic...just avoid the tour groups of children...most of them still have alot of energy from the long bus rides 😅

Cool museum, especially the recreation of the dug-outs and trenches are noteworthy. Also I suggest taking a few minutes for the immersive experience on the battle of Passendale.

Nice museum. My clients were very satisfied.

Excellent museum set in beautiful grounds. Audio guides were very informative.

It's such a cool place with some beautiful greenery. Compared to parks in France, this one is quite affordable. Not many thrills rides but still a cool place nevertheless.

First of all you should take Mexico parking direction to access Bellewaerde park. otherwise the map drives you to Its Aquapark. there are plenty of parking lots on the spot and it costs 13€ for a car, no matter how long you stay. in the park enterance they check out your shoulder bag if you carry any. the wheelchair ♿️ enterance is also possible. we started our day with Huracan attraction. we went through many tunnels which were dark, and lacked oxygen for so many people in there! I do not recommend this attraction for those who have breathing problem. the waiting time was not mentioned anywhere near the attraction. It took us 35 minutes to have our 30 seconds ride. It was cool though. The Boomerang attraction was the best among all we tried. the best thing abOut this park is the combination of water, zoo, and attractions, so you don't need to always be on roller coster and giving your body a shock! the waiting time for attractions were not mentioned except for one, as far as we noticed. and this is a negative point for such park. The toilletes were not well taken care of, and could be cleaner. there are plenty of chairs to rest and have a calm moment all along the park. India part in the parc was the smallest part! and Bengal express was not active! I really wanted to have that ride! maybe next time! the majority of staff spoke both dutch and french which was great. good and drinks are everywhere and you don't miss them. another remarkable thing is that there are recycle bins everywhere, which is great. I did not try the water activities this time because it was not that warm for me to go to the water. thank you team Bellewaerde and I hope this detailed review helps you out in any possible way. 😊

So much fun! The attractions are super nice, a lot of options for every age. They do not however display waiting times very clearly. I’ve been to other parks before where to every attraction there’s a screen telling you how much you have to wait, at different spots on the line too, but that’s not the case there, which can be very frustrating. That aside, had a great day!

My family had a good time there, but being from the Orlando area, we are maybe more critical of theme parks since we have so many. All of the rides were good, but definitely a little dated, and about half of the scenery could do with a face-lift. The lines moved quickly for most rides, so we were able to ride everything we wanted to the day we were there, and still had time to go to the aquapark for a couple of hours. Value-wise, it's a win, but a touch of modernization could go a long way.

great fun many water attractions and breathtaking rollercoasters, contact with nature beautiful animals I recommend my children did not want to end the fun in this park on. We're definitely coming back here Certainly

Great place to go for walks and adventure 😁😁😃 so many choices for Exciting adventure

Its a great time we spent Its good for all of the family we had fun You should gooo and we still didn’t finish it we are going for the third time to complete the hall place

The scale of this cemetery is staggering - it isn't just the number of graves but how many are unknown soldiers. I visited for several reasons. First is that my Great Grandfather fought in the 3rd Battle of Ypres and not only did he miraculously survived but so did the diary he kept of his experiences. I know that some of his comrades died and possibly buried here/named on the memorial wall so I wanted to pay my respects. There is also a memorial to the Sherwood Foresters, which several of my family members were part of so wanted to view this too. Finally my Great Uncle Charles, who was a Sherwood Forester, was killed in action locally but has no known grave. My research points to this being one of the two possible last resting places for him. It would take hours to view each grave, and we had limited time here, but I did spot a grave of an unknown Sherwood Forester and I would like to think that perhaps this is Charles and he guided me here. As with all Commonwealth War Cemeteries, this is beautifully maintained and is a fitting memorial to all those laid to rest here. There is a visitors centre along with free parking. Take tissues as you will have tears in your eyes. Free to visit.

This is the largest British Commonwealth military cemetery in the world with 12,000 marked graves and a further 35,000 names on the memorial plaques, where the bodies of the missing could not be found. Tyne Cot is the name of the German blockhouse, painted to look like a cottage, that was part of a defensive line responsible for so many deaths. It is now the base of the Remembrance Cross. The graves are very well tended by the CWGC and there were lots of visitors including two coach trips of schoolkids. We probably spent an hour in the Visitors Centre and Cemetery and also looking at the terrain that was being fought across and it was a very sobering experience. Luckily, as we left, there was a spaniel that was the happiest dog in the world so that injected some much needed positivity into the morning.

Tyne Cot Cemetary is the largest resting place for British and Commonwealth troops who lost their lives in WW1, especially those who fought in Passchendaele, the 3rd battle of Ypres. Its name derives from the Northumberland Fusiliers who thought the many German pill boxes looked like Tyneside workman cottages and was abbreviated to Tyne cots. My visit on 17th September 2025 was particularly poignant for me as it was on the occasion of my late father's birthday who was born in 1918 and his father, my grand-père Charles Villaret, was with the French First Army that supported the British offensive in 1917 at Passchendaele - he looked after the horses and obviously survived whereas many of his comrades and horses didn't. The cemetery, like others in Belgium, is taken great care of by the War Graves Commission and it's a special place to remember and pay tribute to the sacrifices made by British and AZTEC troops. However, it's alot to take in and probably requires more than one visit. It was busy when I went with a number of guided tours taking place.

A remarkable cemetery of those who sacrificed their lives. Beautifully maintained by the CWWGC. Have visited several times over the years. The calling of names of those who lost their lives on the route to the very small exhibition is quite profound. The exhibition has changed over the years but worth a look. Good parking. Toilets are 0.50€.

What a place. So peaceful, very well kept. You can't believe when looking out that it was the location of such devastation and loss.

First visit to Tyne Cot. Slightly confusing how to get in from the Visitors Centre. We did walk to this first and the display and information boards were very good. However there were no signs to say how to get into the cemetery from the Visitors Centre. The front entrance is directly opposite the car park. It’s a small gate which leads out onto the main portico of the cemetery. Note the cemetery shuts at 6pm. Once inside the sight of so many graves and names on the walls is over bearing. The enormous loss of life is so disturbing. In what was a war where life was given over for military tactic. In a place we’re not much land was taken and in some places 95 lives lost per 3 acre leaves you to question why? So much destruction in a few short years and all for land and power. The Commonwealth war graves keep the cemetery in excellent condition and the constant roll of names over the tannoy is keeping the memory of those fallen alive. Somewhere everyone should visit.

Beautifully kept cemetery. A thoughtful place to remember those who fought gallantly for peace.

A sombre place - 'a First World War memorial in Ypres, Belgium, dedicated to the missing British and Commonwealth soldiers who have no known grave in the Ypres Salient, with their names engraved on the walls of the memorial.' - I felt choked up approaching this place remembering my relatives that served here including my grandfather wounded at Passchendaele. We also saw groups of school kids, including some Indian students, and their teacher and a male and female student carried a wreath to lay remembering Indians who served as part of the British Empire.

I was here twice in one day, on a bus tour from brussels. Once around lunch, and then once at 7pm to stay for the 8pm last post ceremony. -Its a large "Gate" building, the functions as a road as well except at 8pm, when police close the road for the last post ceremony. The sidewalk is also roped off, you cannot cross this gate into or out of city between 7:50pm-8:20pm, by foot or car. -You can walk up the steps in the middle to the upper parts on either side, its more walls of names. -You can participate in the last post Ceremony if you have a poppy wreath similar to theirs. You can bring from home, or Buy a wreath at the "Info shop" across the road from the gate, inside the city. The man running the ceremony said they never turn away someone that wants to participate. -The last post ceremony gets busy, we arrived 1 hour before to be sure we got front row, and we did, but it does get busy. The ceremony itself is about 10min long, with a short trumpet call, then a short speech, then people walk up and put wreaths, and then trumpets again, and its over. The guide said sometimes there is more people putting wreaths, sometimes there is more speeches, sometimes more music performances, so it could take longer sometimes. Overall it was a nice memorial to the fallen soldiers

This is a must go to see, and listen to the sound of last post played by buglers of the fire service. A sombre moment, knowing that all the names carved out on the walls, were of men whose bodies were never found, and remain scattered under Flanders fields. Heartbreakingly sad to think of.

Have visited a few times before. Last time (2024) it was closed for restoration, all done now and looking great. There’s an office on site where they will help you locate the name of a lost family member. (Don’t try to read all the names or you’ll never find the one you want). If your schedule allows, stay for the Last Post ceremony, done every day. Right in the town centre of Ypres, a beautiful place to visit.

This is a must visit site in Ypres, especially at 8pm every day when the last post is played. It is remarkable that this service happens every day of the year more than 100 years after WW1, but then it remains as poignant and relevant today as ever (sadly). We attended on two consecutive nights, one night with the Honourable Artillery Company Regimental Band playing (incredible) the next with a female choral choir. Both were very moving. I estimated about 500 people attended both nights. The four or five horn players of the last post were clearly very experienced. The gate itself is a mini-museum, and it is very impactful to see the thousands of names of lost soldiers from so many countries. Really, everyone should visit this site.

The gate is a large memorial to the British Empire and Dominions troops that were killed in the Great War. It was built in the 1920s and has the names of 54,000 allied servicemen who lost their lives but have no known grave, inscribed on panels inside the building. It is sited on the road that the troops used to march along to reach the nearby Ypres salient, scene of fighting for pretty much the entire war. It is also where the famous Last Post ceremony takes place. We read the CWGC information boards and saw the information on the hill next to the gate and then we walked through the galleries with the names of the fallen before joining the crowds to listen to the ceremony. I was surprised at how busy it was and the ceremony itself lasted about 15 minutes but the colonnade was full 45 minutes before it started. It was a lovely ceremony with the Last Post and then two songs sung by St Anthony's Catholic Girl School from Market Weighton.

A must see experience. Lots of emotions. Make up your own mind as to a celebration of war or a monument against it! A waste of human life for a just cause or maybe a monument against war. A lesson from history about the waste of war and its leaders who send men to there death! Looking at the world at the moment, have we learned? But to those who lost their lives a very moving monument.

Check events going on in Square before booking! We booked the three bedroom apartment for Friday and Saturday on the basis it was nice and close to everything for our family of 4 kids and 2 adult. The apartment had plenty of room for our family although the beds weren't large but there was a concert on in the market square on the Saturday night that was very loud and continued until almost midnight. Our children were older and did manage to get some sleep, but if you had smaller, noise sensitive children or adults, you would have been quite annoyed. There is a toilet downstairs as well as upstairs, and the stairs are metal and unforgiving, but there is a lift that you need to have a key on to use. If you enter it without the key and the doors shut, you can't get out- as one of our children discovered!

Where we stayed , accomidated all 10 of us and was self catering. Brillant thats all i can say we go every year. ;)

Great apartment. Spacious, clean with lots of light. Quiet too even though right on the main square.

It's a nice apartment but too expensive

Absolutely brilliant place.

Definitely worth a visit. Some interactive information. A number of short video presentations, either in English of with subtitles. Displays of WWI uniforms, munitions etc. Cafe and toilets on ground floor. Option to visit the bell tower, quite a number of steps, but even on a dull rainy day worth the visit.

was here on a bus tour from brussels, entrance was included in our tour. -When we arrived our guide gave us poppy wrist bands for entrance, they also activate things. -Typical museum, different displays of uniforms, weapons, artifacts, stories and maps. There is a small theater to hear real stories from nurses during the war -Souvenir and book shop at the end of the tour. -The museum is in the largest building in town, the old town hall, so you cant miss it. -There was also a small flea/garage sale going on right outside of it. People selling random things. There was one or 2 selling war artifacts, not sure it authentic.

One of the main museums, if not the main museum one can visit when retracing the Western Front and the WW1 trail. Located within a splendid building in the centre of Ypres. The museum is immersive with key station points for your audio guide to be activated, a very clever poppy band that also activated key points throughout the museum. Lots of videos of reenactments, great displays and lots of key information that can even make one who may know a lot, to think further. Very accessible and decently priced.

Great museum focusing on WW1 and the surrounding battles. Take advantage of the opportunity to climb to the top of the bell tower during your visit. Allow at least 2 hours for a comprehensive visit. There is also a small cafe and well stocked book shop. Parking is usually available in the public square outside.

Excellent museum with lots of interactive displays and videos. A brilliant telling of the experiences of the solders and civilians in the Ypres salient during the First World War. Very powerful and moving. All contained in the fabulous building rebuilt after the war.

I visited for two main reasons. First is that my Great Grandfather was a gunner with the RGA in the 3rd Battle of Ypres and not only was it a miracle that he survived but also the diary he kept of his experiences, which is a moving read. After transcribing this a few years ago, I have been researching the contents and the day I visited the museum was part of that and found it so interesting and informative. The layout is quite modern and I liked the use of videos with actors recreating the experiences, especially the medical staff. The other reason I was visiting is that my Great Uncle Charles was killed in 1915 and as he has no known grave, his name is inscribed on the nearby Menin Gate. The impact of his death, and that of his brother who was killed in action only a few weeks later, is still remembered by our family and I was also trying to find out more about his death. For both of these family members, I did manage to find out really useful additional information. Even if you are not like me and researching a specific family member, this is definitely worth visiting and is suitable for younger children with adult supervision. Our teen children found it interesting and we need to ensure the younger generation are aware of the events of 1914-18. There is an entry fee and you can pay extra for an audio tour and visit to the tower. We didn't do the latter two due to time restraints (we managed to get in for last entry time as we had had a busy day of visiting other sites which had to fit in 1 day) We hadn't pre-booked but no issues with that.

The museum itself is excellent – well-presented, with a wealth of information and artefacts that are both informative and engaging. Unfortunately, our overall experience was spoiled by the dishonesty of one employee and the poor handling of the situation by another. My partner and I purchased two inclusive tickets for both museums. It was explained to us that the Flanders ticket granted access to the tower, which is why we chose the full package. However, when we arrived at the Flanders museum, we were told we had to pay extra for the tower. When we challenged this, the employee’s response was hostile. I asked to make a complaint and was told there was no procedure for this and that I should “just do it on Google.” The employee initially refused to involve a supervisor, declined to give their details, and was not wearing a visible name badge. Instead, they repeatedly denied any issue and insisted Google was the only way to complain. Eventually, they contacted the desk where we had purchased our tickets. Unfortunately, that staff member fabricated a story that we had made two separate purchases (we had not) and denied ever saying the tower was included (which she clearly had). After I persisted, a supervisor eventually did attend (despite us previously being told there wasn’t one on site). Once we explained the situation and mentioned that CCTV would support our account, we were quickly granted access to the tower without extra charge. While we were pleased this was eventually resolved, it should never have required such persistence. A museum of this quality deserves front-of-house staff whose professionalism matches the high standard of the exhibits.

A really beautiful place to enjoy the nature and drink a coffee. The garden is pretty (not soo big) and well cared. For me it wasn’t a wow moment but still a visit earned and I’d visit it a second time. The price is a bit high but understandable. I enjoyed the little cafe is really lovely and has a nice decoration. The highlight for me was the private “second hand” shop. A magical and lovely place :D

Jolie jardin. One of the best in the region. With a beautiful cafe overlooking Flanders. The 7 euro entry may be tad high and one should be an absolute garden lover. The bonus is the view from Cassel. Magnifique in one word

A really inspiring garden. It's only 30 years old but it fits into the surrounding perfectly. A lot of ideas how to plan a garden. Mostly with traditional input. A place to enjoy, you can even eat and drink the Estaminet. A little secret ...

The coffee shop here is very nice. I had lemonade and ice cream, the owner speaks some English and they offer an original menu

Very beautiful place inside nature.

Well worth finding

Best place I saw ever

Lovely art gallery/museum and a complete surprise. Really interesting audio guide and some activities for children to do. Some lovely Flemish paintings including some work by Bruegel.

Interesting. My expectation was it was going to be a museum on the history of Cassel and the surrounding area. However, it’s more of an art gallery of the local area, which if I had known it’s great, but not my cup of tea. Also great toilets!

Beautiful museum with wonderful old master Flanders painting and modern artwork plus a great view!

Another great museum and well displayed. Highly recommended.

We were received very enthusiastically by the friendly staff. The museum has a permanent collection of Flemish masters. You will discover many extraordinary works. We wanted to see the exhibition of Hans Op de Beeck. It was a pleasure to see these works live.

A small local museum with visiting exhibitions to view. Really interesting and explains something about their local giants which are out on display in the streets at festival times. Upstairs is more local findings and wood carvings, a good way to spend a couple of hours and I would go back again. Minimal cost to get in

Beautiful exhibit about renaissance church architecture. 2 works of Wim Delvoye on display as well. The building itself is also worth a visit.

The place is impressive, and worth visiting. Adding the planetarium is a must, especially if you are visiting woth kids. I missed more information about the site itself, the visit felt more like an overview of WWII. The website is also pretty outdated and hard to navigate. Tip: bring a jacket, it is very cold inside the tunnel!!!

I didn’t know what to expect when visiting this museum — I went in completely blind, having done no prior research and only using ChatGPT to help plan my holiday itinerary. I was genuinely in awe when the huge concrete megastructure suddenly came into view as I drove into the car park. It was completely unexpected and an impressive sight to behold. The exhibits, supported by clear and informative supplementary information, made the visit both engaging and enjoyable. That said, a few areas felt a little empty, and additional displays could have further enriched what was otherwise a very well-presented museum. One highlight was the interactive tablet and headset experience, which elevated the visit and made the museum even more immersive. The on-site café was also a pleasant surprise, serving tasty food and drinks at very reasonable prices.

Took my Band of Gamers tour group here on October 2, 2023. The site was absolutely amazing. In addition to the history of the V2 program, the site also presented information on the slave labour the Nazis used to work on this complex - very sobering. In 2019 my group visited the V3 site Mymoceques but we didn't have time to come here. I'm glad we took the time to see it this time. Highly recommend.

If your near by and even have the remotest interest in history, or humanity, go. But bewarned it hits hard. Think about if taking small children is a good idea or not, there are some articles which will need to be explained, but then should be. Will never forget it.

One of the best museums I've visited. As well as the sheer scale of the WW2 remains, it also tells you why, and how, and the human toll it took to build it. The audio-visio guides are superb and show you graphically how and why it was built. A superb museum, superb and friendly staff and a museum that leaves you astounded by the sheer scale. Superb.

Its a beautiful and well preserved memory of the great and indeed insane ambitions of the Third Reich. Combine this visit with a visit to the Blockhaus or the V3 weapon and you'll see what optimism and a lot of money can do. Even though it's unfinished, you'll have a great impression of this site. The interactive tablets do a good job. Some expositions are sadly only in French and the lack of internet under earth invalidate on the fly translation apps. Pre-downloading translations helps. I'll still give it 5 stars. It will take you from 1914 well into the American space program, with a focus on WW2 in Northern France, the resistance and the eventual liberation.

I highly recomend the visit, very well organized museum with a lot of history.

Very nice, cozy, quiet, picturesque place with interesting art program for children (of any age). For 8 euros you receive entrance ticket (september 2019) and audioguide. Descriptions in audioguide are quite short and very informative. Pity, the device is not convenient - you need to keep it all the time in hand. The castle is small and very beautiful. I was quite upset, that it was not possible to visit the highest floor on the top of the tower. All the other rooms, especially kitchen, look very authentic. So, if you pass by - make a detour and enjoy the visit to the castle.

I didn't actually visit the castle. I visited its parkland and the neighbouring church, both of which were very peaceful.

Set in the agricultural hinterlands dotted with grazing cows and sheep, one could hardly imagine finding a castle here. The small castle is built atop a low mount with a moat around it. Plenty of bird life in the castle grounds. There is a flower & twine decorated swing in the middle of the garden that is Instagram perfect. Visit of the castle is possible. There is a visitor centre located at the entrance.

Beautiful place, so quiet, just walking around the park takes you to a different universe. Free audio-guide available in a few languages with your ticket (8€ per adult). The audio tour gives you just enough information, and also allows you to get more if you want (extra recording in the main rooms). There are also activities organized for kids, drawings, true and false games (only in Flemish). Definitely recommend.

Extremely nice historic place

Very nice little castle. Unfortunately under renovation and closed for visitors. Also the local visitor centre (for other waks and such) was closed. Both without notice on the website, Google or at the door...

Very interesting presentation about the castle and it's history. The owner was a bit eccentric, but this adds to the charm, as there are influences from many she's.

Small but wonderful museum of pottery at Desvres dating back form early times and later influenced by Delft. Information is only in French. English would be welcome!

Very comprehensive and informative museum with friendly and helpful staff. Unfortunately for non-French speakers, no translations of the display texts or subtitles for the videos. Still very worthwhile to visit for an overview of the historical development of ceramic production in the Desvres area. In addition to a small gift shop there was also a good selection of vintage ("2nd hand") ceramic tiles and items for sale.

Fantastic visit. Friendly staff and great shop selling souvenirs and local ceramics. The museum has a range of spectacular ceramics and is a great way to learn more about the history of the local area. A well worth visit if you are passing by or in the area. Lots of things for children to do including ceramic workshops, activity books.

We went as a family, children 5,8 and 11, parents and grandparents. Everyone found something they enjoyed. We spent nearly 2 hours here. The English audio guides were excellent.

Amazing interactive museum !

An interesting museum covering local history of ceramic - making with pictures, objects and some interactive displays catering to most age groups. Staff are friendly and helpful if needed. Plenty of parking. Shop has items of ceramic made locally.

Spacious and informative displays covering the history of local ceramics industry. Worth a visit if you're in the area.