The 22 best sights in Ieper (Ypres)

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.

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.

Ypres is a lovely historic town with the memorial Menin Gate, 54000 names of soldiers lost between 1914 and 1918. Commonwealth War Graves Commission site meticulously maintained with the last post played each evening at 8pm. CWGC cafe next to the gate is lovely too.

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.

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.

Loved visiting this museum. So much more information and displays than I realised. Definitely worth spending a couple of hours here. If you're feeling fit it's also worth the 231 step climb to the top of the bell tower. The views are perfect

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.

Stunning building. Visit the museum and then climb the tower.. well worth a visit because of the views.. and the sound in the bell tower every 15 minutes..

Large museum with lots of interactive areas, well worth a visit and pay the extra 2euro to climb the tower for epic views.

We visited the In Flanders Museum that's housed in the Cloth Hall. The Hall was extensively renovated in the years following World War One when it suffered massive damage. We were very brave and paid a visit to the Belfry. It was very windy!

Fantastic building, so beautiful. Really is a miracle what they did in rebuilding this

A simply stunning building , beautifully and faithfully rebuilt after near total destruction during the first World War . Ypres itself is a beautiful city with very friendly residents with a good array of bars and restaurants .

In Flanders Museum - within the cloth hall. A 'must' visit if in Ypres. A stunning building, with an amazing 'rebuild ' history, housing A brilliant museum. This hall was pretty much flattened during the war, Churchill felt it should be left as rubble - a testament to the German destruction within Ypres. But it's been rebuilt, using as much of the original building material as possible. An incredible achievement. The museum is, of course, very sad, and by the end of your trip through it you can't help but recognise the futility of the loss of all lives here. We'll documented, with visual films etc in 4 languages. We'll worth a couple of hours here. Around £10 entry. Toilets etc inside and gift/information shop.

Beautiful medieval building (cloth hall), which houses the amazing In Flanders fields -museum (that is if you can call a war museum "amazing"). The exhibitions are informative and interactive, with a lot of information. The view from the bell tower is amazing. Definitely worth visiting when in Ieper, if not only just for the building.

Beautiful war cemetery by the water just past the Lille gate.

If a cemetery could be described as stunning this one is set on the rampart surrounding Ypres it is a wonderful setting for soldiers to rest in peace

Beautiful cemetery overlooking the water. At the entrance, there's a list (in a folder) with the names of the individuals buried here. Well-maintained and definitely worth a visit.

Such a beautiful memorial to the brave young men of Flanders fields who made the ultimate sacrifice. Well worth visiting if taking in the Menin Gate.

One of the most beautiful little commonwealth war cemeteries in Europe. Well worth a visit when strolling the ramparts around the city center. The ramparts were once part of the front line and many a soldier lost his life here. The cemetery contains 198 Commonwealth burials of the First World War. Amongst these are the graves of six New Zealand troops killed simultaneously by the same shell, grouped together.

A small and moving First World War cemetery, beautifully situated on the riverbanks and accessible via a pleasant walk on the town ramparts. Quiet and peaceful, very moving.

A small but beautiful cemetery set on the banks of the river, well worth a visit

Very comprehensive collection of experiences and items with plenty of information about them. But I did not get the story of the war with the time-line that I feel would explain it more clearly. I think it was there somewhere but I did not come away understanding the war.

Sweet little museum about the history of Ypres the city. A respite from all the museums about WWI. Lovely, well curated displays with videos and some interaction. The little animated videos inside the buildings on the city map are funny and reminiscent of Monty Python in their styling. Not crowded even on the weekend so you can take your time. Well worth a stop!

Went with a very bored and excitable boy. He loved it. The little videos around were amusing. Finding the cat - was difficult at times but had him thoroughly involved. Well worth a go with bored children.

An very interesting museum for the town's history. It isn't so crowded on weekdays. The comdi ticket is a good deal if you are planning to visit also the first world War museum.

This a must see museum, very nice maintained and quite self-explanatory. A lot of interactive activities and suitable for all ages, including children.

Is this a museum? or Promotion dangerous ideology?...

Great city museum with interactive experiences and a very nice display using text and images and movies. We enjoyed it a lot.

My great uncle is buried here. I came last year and was very impressed with the neatness and appearance. I returned today- the grass is uncut and the headstones are filthy with mud. Very disappointing

Visited this beautiful cemetery on my recent stay in Ypres to pay my respects.

Important Great War cemetery covering a long period of the conflict with many interesting stories.

Important to come even for a fleeting moment to say a prayer & pay respects to so many sons, husbands, fathers, brothers, uncles & friends who didn’t return to awaiting loved ones

Amazing to think that if it wasn’t for the huge amount of personal tragedy. The world may be a lot different today.

A wonderful peaceful place to remember the fallen

A small, moving cemetery dedicated to British soldiers killed in the First World War. Unusual in that it’s situated right in the town, rather than out in the fields of Flanders itself.

Every day at 20:00, last post is played. Local and international schools attend to take part. Very moving.

Thank you for your continuous reminder ever night never forget I had the most amazing humbling experience

Still impressing remembrance event of WW1 since 1928 every evening at 20:00 h.

If you're gonna go anywhere in Ypres go here. (At 8pm.) Irregardless of whether you have an interest in the war the war, the ceremony at 8pm is a must watch. It's a once in a lifetime for people who live in a different country and to experience the dedication and art of all parties involved makes you appreciate all the soldiers that died fighting for others (those from your own country and the opposing). Such a great atmosphere, giving you a lost in time type of feel as you stand watching and listening to the trumpets, marches and speeches in the yellow-hued night.

Many thanks to these folks and the presentation at the Menin Gate. Even with children on field trips, they manage to convey an appropriate and powerful message.

Heart warming and emotional to know it still goes on every night at 8pm. Amazed at the amount of people attending and to see those ex-forces personnel & civilians putting down wreaths. If you have not been, put it in your calendar.

First Class organisation who oversee the daily act of remembrance in Ypres at the Menin Gate. This nightly act takes place at 8pm with buglers from the local Volunteer Fire Service. Dignified service and not to be missed in Ieper.

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

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.

Nice to visit the site where John McCrae wrote "In Flanders Fields". Should be a must stop for all Canadians in the area. Some bunkers to see that were built after McCrae was there, and some good signage and historical information about the location

Another absolutely fantastically maintained, landscaped & respected cemetery by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. You can see a 15 year-old soldier’s grave that British schoolchildren on school trips commemorate (a quarter million soldiers under 18 fought for the British in WWI), a Jewish soldier’s grave, the wound dressing station of Canadian doctor & poet John McCrae (whose poem “In Flanders Fields” made the poppy the symbol of soldiers who died in WWI), and more. Must-see if you’re interested in history & in the area.

As a Canadian who has heard In Flanders Fields recited every year most of my life, coming to Essex Farm was more moving than I anticipated. It’s a small cemetery with nothing super fancy but it’s peaceful. Knowing the history and standing still for a moment was very impactful.

Small, but well worth the visit. Moving. It is easy to miss if you drive too quickly and aren't looking. This is where the famous poem In Flanders Fields by John McCrae was written in May 1915. It is beautifully maintained. It is revealing to see the medical bunkers, and this really delivers a sense of the conditions. There are/were many more graves than are currently marked and the wooden crosses in the poem have been replaced with tombstones. Of the ~1,000 Canadians originally buried, only seven tombstones remain for example. The grave of McRae's friend that moved him to write the poem is not among the seven.

Came here as part of a private tour to learn about WWI, and to stand in the site where John McCrae wrote "In Flanders Fields" is awe inspiring. The most amazing part was in the field behind us wild poppies were growing, sitting beneath the memorial cross. Brings a tear to your eyes. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend spending some time here to remember those who came before and fought.

Well kept and respect is given to our fallen comrades... Well worth a visit if not only to visit the John McCrae memorial ..

Very poignant for me as this was probably the place where my great uncle was first bought from the front when injured in July 1917 before being transferred to Brandhoek where he was buried. The concrete structures were amazing. Well maintained cemetery.

An emotional location to celebrate the memories of World War 1 soldiers.

As with much about Ypres, there is an enduring sadness to all the lives lost there. Still, there are beacons of hope like this little Anglican Church, which is a fabulous testament to some of the British regiments that fought there more than a century ago. Just ten minutes inside and one can walk out feeling a great deal more peace than when they walked in.

Nice little church dedicated to the memory of the fallen soldiers of the Commonwealth during World War I. Loads of memorabilia and plaquettes from famous people and units. Many of family of fallen soldiers has been able to mourn their lost ones here.

Small church built after the war,with plaques remembering the fallen. Just off the square in the town worth a visit.

A little gem in the middle of Ypres. A must visit if you're doing WW1 site whilst you're here.

Interesting insight into the British Army regiments involved in WWI

Amazing tribute to the fallen, a must do visit for anyone visiting ypres

Excellent place to learn about WW1; displays provide a good glimpse of what life in the trenches must have been. Kudos for the relatively simple and therefor easy introduction into WW1 material. Engaging material even for younger audiences. Passionate yet very professional exhibit material. A respectful addition to your visit of the war cemetery just opposite of the museum.

Went here for lunch on tour and museum ticket was included. Nice place and museum was a bonus. Video was great and had huge range of figures, artifacts and pictures. I didn't got to the bigger official museum so nothing to compare it with but felt worth a visit. As was included in tour I didn't pay extra, for it so unsure on value proposition. I was impressed and would recommend.

We stopped here for a bite to eat and to look at the impressive private collection of ww1 weapons and equipment. The food was very good and service as well. The museum has a lot of unique pieces so if you visiting all the battlefields you must stop here as well...it is very well maintained and you can see the love and attention put in everything.

Came here the other day was absolutely fantastic and fabulous. Had the best time and it was super educational - learnt so much. The best part was the reconstructed trenches and the picture boxes you could view. Definitely recommend for war history lovers. Staff were incredibly kind and helpful throughout the experience. And the free drink was very nice - lovely Fanta! Top notch definitely recommend

Great museum, not very big but very interesting. Multilingual too. Staff are really nice and was reasonably priced

An excellent museum and cafe, with a beautiful WW1 Cemetery opposite. Highly recommended.

came on a history trip with school to belgium and visited this amazing war museum! the owner was very welcoming and talked about how this museum started and talked about the meaning about it, and seemed passionate! i recommend this museum to you if you want to see what the war was really like and we learned and looked at one of the trenches as well.

A beautiful and poignant landmark St. Martin’s Cathedral is a stunning and peaceful place to visit in the heart of Ypres. The architecture is absolutely breathtaking – Gothic spires, vaulted ceilings, and lovely stained glass windows that catch the light beautifully. It’s hard to believe that much of it was rebuilt after WWI, as it feels so timeless and authentic. There’s a real sense of history and quiet reflection here, especially considering Ypres’ role in the Great War. It’s not just a religious site, but a powerful reminder of resilience and remembrance. Admission is free, and it’s well worth stepping inside even if you’re only in Ypres for a short while. A must-see if you’re exploring the Flanders battlefields or the surrounding historic town centre.

One of the most beautiful Cathedrals that I have seen. A must visit

Definitely worth a visit when in Ypres. An amazing cathedral with so much to see. Free entry and you can light a candle for just 1€ Beautiful artwork, stained glass windows and statues, absolutely beautiful.

Construction started on the church in 1230, and was finished in 1370. It was heavily damaged during the First World War. Subsequently (1922–1930) the ruin was cleared and the church was entirely rebuilt following the original plans, although the tower was built with a higher spire than the original. Incredibly majestic and certainly worth a visit.

Beautiful cathedral rebuilt after being destroyed in the battles of Ypres in world war 1.

St. Martin’s Cathedral in Ypres is a majestic example of Gothic architecture, rebuilt after WWI with stunning attention to detail. Its soaring ceilings, beautiful stained glass windows, and serene atmosphere make it a peaceful place for reflection. The cathedral houses impressive artworks and the tomb of Bishop Jansenius. Located near the Cloth Hall, it’s a must-see for history and architecture lovers, offering a glimpse into Ypres’ rich heritage and resilience.

This church is a must-visit in Ypres. It wasn’t even on Trip Advisor’s top ten things to do in the city so it originally wasn’t on our list. Fortunately, it’s towering presence is hard to miss once you get to the main square. Stunning architecture, vibrant stained glass windows, and beautiful artwork.

I visited my Great Uncles grave at the Oxford Road Cemetery earlier this month. A very poignant place. My thanks to the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for their unstinting work to keep this, and other War Cemeteries, in such good order in the everlasting memory of those who gave their lives in War.

(Translated by Google) History WW1 the fallen Soldiers. Respect that this is not forgotten. Neatly maintained cemetery. (Original) Geschiedenis WW1 de gevallen Soldaten. Respect dat dit niet vergeten wordt. Keurig onderhouden begraafplaats.

(Translated by Google) Not maintained place, little respect towards the people. (Original) Niet onderhouden plaats, weinig respect naar de mensen toe.

Not a very large museum, but I'm glad I went to see it. It's very informative and with having a ww1 cemetery next door quite emotional. To stand and walk in the actual trenches of the WW1 soldiers I found an honour.

We had an opportunity to walk through the real trenches,they have a big selection of equipment and historical artifacts. The trenches themselves with the shell craters around it gives you an idea what the soldiers had to go through . A must see if you are in the area.

The first part of the museum has stereo photos to view. Seeing the images from the time was very moving. The trench remains allow you to insert these mentally into the current tranquil landscape seeing before, some of during and and after as the land heals.

Very nice museum, not big but they've got tons of spike helmets and other accessories as well as some uniforms. Trenches themselves are just a memorial place as they're original ones(reinforced), unfortunately destroyed by the time.

This is a MUST SEE, authentic trenches, amazing small museum with 100's of slide photos to look at thru vintage slide boxes. I loved this place and highly recommend a visit. Only 8 euros . Good coffee shop on site.

A great museum with many exhibits. The trenches give some idea of the conditions

Small museum with lots of photos and weapons. It is possible to walk through the original trenches and tunnels in the area.

Tucked away by the side of Flanders’s Fields museum, this beautiful sculpture is a memorial to the Belgian civilians who sadly lost their lives. Opposite is a lovely cafe which is part of the museum building, where you can sit and relax with a great coffee or beer, the staff are wonderful.

A brilliant memorial to reflect and respect the sacrifice of lost generations. A 10’mins walk from NZ Elephant Bunkers and Brothers in Arms memorial and pub/museum/shop. A must-see for CWGC travellers.

An impressive and very moving place to go and visit. Exhibits laid out logically and full of content to get you absorbed in the whole history of the place. Fabulous building just to look at as well!

Serenity & sadness Beautiful memorial & tribute to the lost lives in the act of war. Take your children so they can understand it's not a video game,these souls were lost for our future.

Was discovered at the end of the road.The entire experience of Ypres was beautiful and sad at the same time. So many people lost their lives and most of them did not even find a grave. The place is easy to reach by car and has a few free parking spots after a few blocks.

The Ypres War Victims Monument in Belgium stands as a poignant tribute to the countless lives lost during the brutal battles that took place in and around the town of Ypres during World War I. Ypres, a key site in the Western Front, witnessed some of the most intense and devastating fighting, including the infamous Battle of Passchendaele. The monument is dedicated not only to the soldiers who perished but also to the civilians who suffered during the war. It serves as a reminder of the immense human cost of the conflict and the resilience of the local population. The Ypres War Victims Monument is a place for reflection, mourning, and remembrance, symbolizing the shared grief of the community and the enduring impact of the war on the region. Visitors to the monument are often struck by its solemn atmosphere and the weight of history that it carries. It is one of many memorials in the Ypres area, which collectively tell the story of a town that was nearly destroyed but has since risen from the ashes, embodying the spirit of peace and reconciliation.

Some of the content is very hard to look at/hear, but all extremely well done. Many different ways of exhibiting both artifacts and experiences. It is so sad that much of the world (especially Russia) has forgotten and returned to fighting what is close to trench warfare again.

A very humbling and moving visit, to the site of our local West Riding regiments from both world wars. It’s only a very small area, so we called in on our way to our overnight stay in the town. We parked right outside (it’s in the middle of an industrial estate) and it took us about 20 minutes to walk around and view the whole site. Well worth the stop and it’s free to enter. The only downside we found was the horrendous smell from one of the adjacent units.

Small but very good and informative. Museum about 250m walk from the trench. Quite moving and a great detailed video of events.

An interesting site to visit. Combine it with the 250m walk (via a dedicated footpath) to Klein Zwaanhof. Here there is a small unmanned museum. Excellent video presentation inside. Note there is more parking here than outside the Yorkshire trenches so you may wish to aim for here to park and then walk to the Yorkshire trench.

Great to see an original trench preserved for future generations. Some of the routes into the bunk, pump, and command rooms are now flooded but that is to be expected. Still an experience worth visiting either before or after the Menin Gate ceremony.

Went with tour. History of it and how they preserved it was interesting. There is not i guess a huge amount to see but what is there was interesting

Located in an industrial estate on the outskirts of Ypres. Limited parking. The site was renovated a few years ago but still some flooding.

A thought provoking historical site, free to enter memorial and reconstruction of the dark side of war. The site was exposed during excavation for the industrial site. There is space for maybe 3 cars to park nearby. Good information boards with photos

Definitely worth a visit if you are doing the WW1 thing . Real trenches and tunnels.. Decent little museum too . Glad I went .

Hill 62, hard to describe. It is impressive, as a Canadian, to see the monument and take it into consideration with other sites in the area. Hoping it will continue to be maintained to the high standard of other memorials as it should be, so as to not forget.

Battlefield 1 is a World War I game where you run around like a caffeinated goat with a bayonet, screaming through mustard gas while being sniped by a guy hiding in a bush three continents away; you can ride horses with swords like a medieval maniac, drive tanks that handle like angry refrigerators, or fly planes that explode if you sneeze wrong—there are four classes but they all boil down to shooting, exploding, reviving, or lying down forever with a sniper rifle; melee weapons include shovels, clubs, and whatever rusty stick you found behind a trench; every map is designed to make you cry, including deserts with snipers in the sun, forests where trees throw grenades, and cities that explode if you breathe near them; sound design is so intense you’ll hear explosions in your dreams, and the graphics are so realistic that mud looks better than your kitchen floor; sometimes a blimp crashes onto your squad and everyone just accepts it as fate; sometimes you throw a grenade and it bounces back and ends your bloodline; customization is almost non-existent unless you really like brown, but none of it matters because your real weapon is chaos; victory is random, death is hilarious, and every match ends with someone yelling while riding a horse off a cliff into a tank that’s already on fire; Battlefield 1 is not a game—it’s a historical fever dream with great lighting and more screaming than a haunted amusement park, and that’s why we love it. Anyway, I like WW1 and this place was cool

Interesting WW1 museum at sanctuary wood and you can visit as well as walk in the trenches. Hill 62 memorial is only a short walk away as well.

A great tribute to the heros of freedom. The view from this location stretches on for a great distance.

Peaceful, wide open monument. Makes you wonder about all the lads who gave their lives here.

Nice war memorial for the Canadien army during 1st World War. It is easy to see why this relative low hill (hill 61) was stratically important in the defence of Ypres. Really good views of the city.

Super

(Translated by Google) With the most beautiful panorama of Flanders in the background. Delicious cuisine, a great selection of wines, and fast and attentive service. (Original) Met het moooiste panorama van VLaanderen op de achtŕgrond. Lekkere gastronomie, mooie wijnkeuze ,vlotte en attente bediening.

(Translated by Google) An ideal time of year for a bike ride in the hilly country. (Original) Een ideale tijd van het jaar voor een fietstocht in het heuvelland.

(Translated by Google) Kemmelberg route is 8 km, starts at the visitor center at the church, occasionally steep slopes, steep drops at the end of the walk. Sometimes narrow, uneven paths, steps, bridges. Beautiful views, currently bluebells in bloom. Few parking spaces, now that it is busy. Drinks machine on the square, there is also window sales (Sunday morning) I don't know in the afternoon. Great. (Original) Kemmelberg route is 8 km start aan het bezoekerscentrum aan de kerk,af en toe steile helling,op het einde van de wandeling steile dalingen.Soms smalle oneffen paden,trapjes,brugjes.Mooie vergezichten,op dit ogenblik boshyacint in bloei.Weinig parkeerplaatsen,nu het druk is.Drankautomaat op het pleintje,er is ook raam verkoop(zondagvoormiddag)'s namiddags weet ik niet.Top.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place to cycle to. A tough climb though. (Original) Mooie plek om naar toe te fietsen. Wel een pittige klim

(Translated by Google) Pleasant walk for the whole family. Great view! A slightly less good idea to do during or just after rain. (Original) Gezellige wandeling voor het hele gezin. Geweldig uitzicht! Iets minder goed idee om te doen tijdens of vlak na regen.

(Translated by Google) Stunning. Whether for taking photos or walking around, this place is very pleasant and we want to return there when the seasons change because there must be a different atmosphere each time, it must be magnificent. (Original) Superbe. Que ce soit pour faire des photos ou se balader cet endroit est très agréable et on a envie d'y retourner lors des changements de saisons car il doit y avoir une atmosphère différente à chaques fois ça doit être magnifique.

A deeply moving and sombre experience. Area reasonably well maintained. Some signs and maps to give you a sense for what the area would have looked like during the Great War. Plenty of parking and some cafes near by.

Well preserved memorial to the first word war. Stay on the boardwalk or go off on one of the many paths and explore the whole area. Very moving to think this small piece of well-preserved land saw so much death right up til the end.

A deeply moving place which is the only fully preserved battlefield in Flanders. The shell holes and craters are still fully intact and includes a fully original pillbox at the very top. An essential part of your visit to Flanders. TIP: be very careful in wet weather, several of our tour group slipped over. Wooden walkways make walking easier but are not all of the way around the hill.

Incredible story and memorable to those who fought in this area during WWI

Bought by an English family and left in the same condition of the war. Really well preserved area. A must go. there is also an original bunker apart the craters and the memorial

Saw this as part of a WW1 tour, thoroughly interesting day and definitely recommend

Very nice, walk around self-guided tour of battlefield. Short but I enjoyed it because it's kind of hard to picture what it actually looked like with all the house and buildings in the area now. Here you can see the craters, the hills, a bunker and some bunker ruins. The bunker is off the boardwalk and down a footpath. The craters are grown over with grass, but helps you picture it a little better. Walk from the boardwalk across the bridge over the train tracks and down the dirt path to the Caterpillar Crater, definitely worth it. It's such a large crater. Helps put into perspective the size of the destruction.