Bastogne Barracks: Witness to the Battle of the Bulge
Explore Bastogne Barracks, a WWII interpretation center in Belgium, and discover the history of the Battle of the Bulge.
The Bastogne Barracks is a World War II interpretation center located in Bastogne, Belgium. The former military installation played a pivotal role during the Battle of the Bulge and now serves as a museum and historical site.
A brief summary to Bastogne Barracks
- Rue de La-Roche 40, Bastogne, Arrondissement of Bastogne, 6600, BE
- +32478782498
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9 am-5 pm
- Friday 9 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Allocate at least two hours to fully explore the exhibits and engage with the displays.
- Consider visiting during the winter months when the museum hosts special commemorative events related to the Battle of the Bulge.
- Guided tours are available in French, Dutch, and English, and reservations are required in advance.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach Bastogne Barracks via public transport, take a bus to Bastogne. From Libramont, take bus n° 163b and descend at the stop “Gare du Nord”. From the bus station, walk approximately 1.5 kilometers towards Rue de La-Roche. Alternatively, take a taxi from the bus station to Rue de La-Roche 40. Bus fares vary depending on the origin, but a short trip within Bastogne should cost a few euros.
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Car
Bastogne Barracks is easily accessible by car. From the E42 highway, follow signs to Bastogne. Once in Bastogne, follow signs for Rue de La-Roche. The barracks are located at Rue de La-Roche 40. Parking is available outside the site, in front of the Bastogne cemetery. Parking is generally straightforward in Bastogne, with both free and paid parking areas near the town center.
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