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Bastogne War Museum: A Journey Through the Battle of the Bulge

Experience the Battle of the Bulge through immersive exhibits and personal stories at this leading WWII memorial in Bastogne.

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The Bastogne War Museum offers an immersive experience into World War II, focusing on the Battle of the Bulge. Through interactive exhibits, personal stories, and historical artifacts, visitors gain a deep understanding of the conflict's impact on soldiers and civilians alike.

A brief summary to Bastogne War Museum

  • Monday 9:30 am-6 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am-6 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am-6 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am-6 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am-6 pm
  • Saturday 9:30 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 9:30 am-6 pm

Local tips

  • Purchase tickets online in advance to guarantee access, especially during peak season.
  • Allow at least 2-3 hours to fully experience the museum and its exhibits.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to the adjacent Mardasson Memorial for a comprehensive understanding of the battle.
  • Download the augmented reality mobile application to enhance your visit to the Bois Jacques battlefield.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From the Bastogne city center, the Bastogne War Museum is accessible via Bus line 6, which terminates at the museum. Several other bus lines connect Bastogne to other major cities such as Liège and Luxembourg. Bus tickets cost approximately €3-€5. From the bus stop 'Bastogne Mardasson' it is a 2 minute walk to the museum.

  • Car

    The Bastogne War Museum is located a few kilometers northeast of the Bastogne city center. From Brussels, take the E411 highway towards Luxembourg and follow the signs to Bastogne. Parking is available directly in front of the museum for €5 per vehicle per day. The first 20 minutes are free.

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Located near the Mardasson Memorial, the Bastogne War Museum is a leading memorial dedicated to WWII in the Ardennes and Belgium, with a particular emphasis on the Battle of the Bulge. Opened in 2014 on the site of the former Bastogne Historical Centre, the museum provides a modern and interactive framework to understand the causes, events, and consequences of the war. The museum immerses visitors in the daily lives of troops and civilians during the Second World War through state-of-the-art displays that incorporate sound, vision, smell, and touch. The main exhibition progresses chronologically, presenting a timeline before, during, and after the offensive. Visitors follow the stories of four fictional characters – an American corporal, a German lieutenant, a young teacher, and a schoolboy – based on real events, which personalizes the experience. The museum visit includes the permanent tour, the Generations45 experience, access to the Bois Jacques battlefield, and a visit to the Bastogne War Rooms. The experience takes approximately 2.5 hours for the museum and Generations 45, 30 minutes for Bois Jacques, and 1 hour for the War Rooms. The Bistrot de la Paix, located within the museum, offers meals with a view of the Mardasson Memorial.

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