Hidden Ypres: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Overview
From the ashes of World War I, Ypres rose and became a city dedicated to peace.
On this walking tour, you’ll wander the rebuilt streets of the historic Flemish city that was almost totally destroyed in the war. You’ll find out how Churchill wanted to preserve the ruined city, as it was, and see historic photos of the city taken during war time. But this tour isn’t only about war and destruction. I’ll also show you some of the city’s best coffee spots, romantic restaurants, and authentic bars where you can try a local West Flanders beer.
Starting on the main square outside Ypres Museum and ending at Menin Gate, you'll hearing fascinating stories about the war years including the 1914 Truce, the creation of The Wipers Times trench newspaper, and one of the loudest explosions in human history. You'll also find out about the vanished school that once taught the cemetery gardeners’ children.
You‘ll finish this walk with a better understanding of this ancient city‘s fascinating history.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Meeting Location
Grote Markt
8900 Ieper, Belgium
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Menenstraat
8900 Ieper, Belgium
This self-guided audio tour ends in front of the Menin Gate.
What To Expect
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Yper Museum (pass by)
St. Martin's Cathedral (pass by)
Saint George's Memorial Church (pass by)
De Ruyffelaer Ieper (pass by)
Sint-Niklaaskerk (pass by)
Ramparts Cemetery (pass by)
Lille Gate (pass by)
Brasserie Kazematten (pass by)
Memorial for Indian Soldiers (pass by)
Menin Gate Memorial (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operated by a business
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Activity code: C-110804P887
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