Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917: A Window into WWI Horror
Experience the history of the Battle of Passchendaele at this immersive WWI museum in Zonnebeke, Belgium. Explore trenches, artifacts, and memorials.
The Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 in Zonnebeke, Belgium, vividly recounts the brutal Battle of Passchendaele, also known as the Third Battle of Ypres. Housed in the historic Zonnebeke château grounds, the museum uses artifacts, reconstructions, and multimedia to immerse visitors in the material aspects of WWI and the grim realities faced by soldiers during the 1917 offensive.
A brief summary to Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917
- Berten Pilstraat 5a, Zonnebeke, Zonnebeke, 8980, BE
- +3251770441
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a fair amount of walking both inside the museum and potentially on the surrounding grounds.
- Allow at least 2-3 hours to fully experience the museum and its exhibits.
- Consider visiting Tyne Cot Cemetery and Polygon Wood, nearby WWI sites, to further understand the historical context.
- Check the museum's website for current exhibitions, events, and any COVID-related restrictions.
- Parking 1 near the museum is a blue zone, so remember to use your parking disc to avoid a fine.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Ieper (Ypres), take bus line 90 towards Roeselare. The bus departs from Ieper Markt perron 1 and arrives at Zonnebeke Dorp. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes. From the Zonnebeke Dorp bus stop, the museum is a short walk away. A single ticket costs around €3. Check De Lijn's website or app for the most up-to-date schedule.
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Walking
From the center of Zonnebeke, the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 is located in the Zonnebeke chateau grounds. Follow local signs to Berten Pilstraat. The walk is generally easy and well-signposted.
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Car
From Ypres, take the N37 road towards Zonnebeke. In Zonnebeke, turn onto Berten Pilstraat. Two parking areas are available on Berten Pilstraat: Parking 1 at house number 5 and Parking 2 at house number 18. Note that Parking 1 is a blue zone with a 3-hour limit; use a parking disc. Parking is free. There is also a carpool parking along the Wervikstraat (N303) near the A19.
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