Centre Général Gérard: A Window into the Battle of Ligny
Explore Napoleon's last victory at the Centre Général Gérard, an immersive museum in Sombreffe showcasing the Battle of Ligny.
The Centre Général Gérard in Sombreffe is an army museum dedicated to the Battle of Ligny, Napoleon's last victory before Waterloo. Housed in a former 17th-century farmhouse that served as a field hospital, the museum offers an immersive look into the lives of soldiers and the events of the battle.
A brief summary to Centre Général Gérard LIGNY
- Rue Pont Piraux 23, Sombreffe, 5140, BE
- +3271818313
- Visit website
- Wednesday 1 pm-5 pm
- Thursday 1 pm-5 pm
- Friday 1 pm-5 pm
- Saturday 11 am-5 pm
- Sunday 11 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Check the museum's opening hours before visiting, as they vary depending on the season.
- Consider taking a guided tour to gain deeper insights into the Battle of Ligny and the museum's collection.
- Explore the battlefield surrounding the museum with well-signed walking trails.
- Visit the nearby La Grange 1815 restaurant for a meal in a historic setting.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Brussels, take a train to Gembloux. From Gembloux, take Bus 77 to the Sombreffe Place du Stain stop. From there, it is approximately a 15-minute walk to Centre Général Gérard, following Rue de la Station to Rue Pont Piraux. Train tickets from Brussels to Gembloux typically cost €6-€9. Bus fare within Sombreffe is approximately €3.
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Driving
From Brussels, drive approximately 47 km to Sombreffe via the E42. Take the E42 motorway exit 14 Sambreville. Parking is available near the museum, but availability may be limited. Expect to pay around €5 for 4 hours of parking.
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