Flanders Fields Remembrance Tour from Brussels
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Brussels, Belgium
- 13 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover the poignant history of World War I on a full-day tour to the Flanders battlefields from Brussels. Visit the impressive monuments that commemorate the lives of fallen soldiers and listen to commentary from your guide as you see graves that immortalize those killed in the world’s first major conflict; reflect in the Tynecot Commonwealth War Graves and the German Military Cemetery of Vladslo. Enrich your historical knowledge at the Flanders’ Field Museum then feel your soul stir during a poignant Last Post Ceremony in Ypres.
- Full-day Flanders’ WWI battlefields tour from Brussels with an expert guide
- See the poignant sculptures called 'Grieving Parents' at the Vladslo German Military Cemetery
- Visit quietly dignified memorials to fallen WWI soldiers like Tyne Cot Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery
- Spend time in Ypres and attend the Last Post Ceremony in the evening
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional multilingual guide
- Hotel pick up & drop-off
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Bd de Berlaimont 18, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
Look for our staff and the Keolis coach outside the National Bank of Belgium.
End point
- Brussel-CentraalCarr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
Start time.9:15 am
Itinerary
Greet your guide at the central Brussels meeting point. Climb aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned coach and admire the scenic surroundings as your travel towards the town of Vladslo. Disembark and explore the German Military Cemetery of Vladslo, a poignantly peaceful area that features the famous sculpture by Käthe Kollwitz, 'Grieving Parents.'
Next, venture to the small city of Diksmuide and see a stretch of the Western Front that symbolizes Belgium’s courage and heroism during the conflict. See impressive monuments such as the monument of the "Brooding Soldier" dedicated to the sacrifice of 2,000 Canadian soldiers during the first German gas attack.
Head to the Flanders' Field Museum and hear fascinating tales of violent warfare and the dank conditions soldiers lived in then enrich your knowledge with the comprehensive exhibitions.
Stop at the somnolent town of Passchendaele and discover how a bloody battlefield underwent a radical transformation into this quaint place. Then head to the Tyne Cot Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery to reflect upon the 35,000 graves that immortalize the memory of fallen soldiers.
Next, travel to Essex Farm Field Hospital and see the bunkers that inspired John McCrae to write his influential poem, 'In Flanders’ Field.'
Venture to Hill 60 to see some strategic tunnels then disembark at the picturesque town of Ypres to enjoy some independent exploration and dinner (own expense). Reconvene with your guide at a pre-arranged time to witness to soul-stirring Last Post Ceremony at Ypres’ Menin Gate. Absorb the saddening simplicity of the service then return to your vehicle for the drive back to Brussels.
Next, venture to the small city of Diksmuide and see a stretch of the Western Front that symbolizes Belgium’s courage and heroism during the conflict. See impressive monuments such as the monument of the "Brooding Soldier" dedicated to the sacrifice of 2,000 Canadian soldiers during the first German gas attack.
Head to the Flanders' Field Museum and hear fascinating tales of violent warfare and the dank conditions soldiers lived in then enrich your knowledge with the comprehensive exhibitions.
Stop at the somnolent town of Passchendaele and discover how a bloody battlefield underwent a radical transformation into this quaint place. Then head to the Tyne Cot Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery to reflect upon the 35,000 graves that immortalize the memory of fallen soldiers.
Next, travel to Essex Farm Field Hospital and see the bunkers that inspired John McCrae to write his influential poem, 'In Flanders’ Field.'
Venture to Hill 60 to see some strategic tunnels then disembark at the picturesque town of Ypres to enjoy some independent exploration and dinner (own expense). Reconvene with your guide at a pre-arranged time to witness to soul-stirring Last Post Ceremony at Ypres’ Menin Gate. Absorb the saddening simplicity of the service then return to your vehicle for the drive back to Brussels.
1
Bargeplein
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Diksmuide
Admission Ticket Free
3
In Flanders Fields Museum
Admission Ticket Free
4
Passendale
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Tyne Cot Cemetery
Admission Ticket Free
6
Essex Farm Cemetery
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Last Post ceremony
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Deutscher Soldatenfriedhof Vladslo / Vladslo German War Cemetery
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (15)
Q:Can I change the date of my excursion?
A:Yes, we can change your trip to another date of your choice, depending on our availability.
Jun 2024
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.7
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Kimberly_T, Jul 2026
What an incredible experience to be part and an excursion that you will not forget. Stefan was an incredible guide and he truly loves what he does. It is a long day but one that I will never forget nor will you regret doing. I do wish that we had more time for lunch (only about 25 minutes) but I understand the need to show as much history as you can. I am forever grateful for those who fought in WWI and it was an amazing experience to witness the last post. A "must" activity for those who want to better understand the history of WWI. Thank you, Stefan.
Leslie_R, Jul 2026
Very well led by an experienced guide, in our case Stefan, who had an excellent personality and was extremely knowledgeable.
Michael_K, Jul 2026
Stefan our guide was very knowledgeable about each site we visited, and let us have our own time at each site to really take in the scale of what had gone one.
By the end of the day and the last post ceremony had occurred the whole group felt very aware of the risks, the distances and the fear level of the front line
cristina_c, Jul 2026
Our guide was without a doubt the most knowledgeable, intelligent, captivating person for our Glanders Field trip. I truly wish for everyone that loves history to have the chance to experience it with the guide we had today. Unfortunately I didn’t quite get his name but “Viator” I’m sure you know it. I truly say it this excursion was fantastic thanks to him.
All the stories, the facts, and all the places he took us to were wonderful. Truly one of the best tours I had so far. Again thank you to our guide and our drivers. They were both amazing. I’m just sorry we didn’t have a chance to tell our guide ourselves. Please take this tour. Hopefully you’ll get the guide. You won’t regret it.
SaraJane_W, Jun 2026
Fabulous in-depth tour of various WW1 sites, battlefields, cemeteries and monuments. Guide Stefan was very engaging, telling the interesting stories and connections of people and hundreds of years of history in gorgeous countryside. Getting a first choice spot for the Last Post bugle ceremony in Ypres was a particular bonus. As a Canadian, Flanders Fields has huge emotional weight and I was so grateful to visit. Very happy to have chosen this particular tour.
Brad_H, Jun 2026
We got more than we realized we were getting. The guide was very up on things . Ypres is a very historic place. Dietrich was excellent...good driver on the tour as well.
Gary_L, Jun 2026
This is a very comprehensive view of the Paschendale campaigns so prepare for a long day. A great insight to one of the most important battles in Workd War 1
allan_s, May 2026
This tour was amazing.The guide Johan was very passionate .His knowledge about Belgium and the war was incredible. learnt so much on this tour. He even stopped at significant sites related to Australian and NZ soldiers when he found out a lot of the passengers were from there.
The driver also did an incredible job navigating his way around very challenging roads for a bus.
A long day but definitely worth it.
Dan_T, May 2026
Excellent and extremely knowledgable guide. The tour itself did not include near enough time to visit the Flanders museum which in my mind is the highlight of the trip and very little time to eat if you wanted to see the museum at all. Would recommend for all other sites but if you want to properly visit the museum I would not recommend with group
Carol_Z, May 2026
It’s a long day, but absolutely with the time. The guide brought the WW1 history to life for me. Seeing the actual battle sites and the museums was excellent.
Dean_T, May 2026
This is a truly moving experience and one absolutely worth doing. Our guide, Dietrich, was incredibly insightful and really helped me to understand everything that happened during the battle of Flanders — tho coming in with some knowledge doesn’t hury. Additionally, he gave context of what was going on before WW1 with the country of Belgium and that was both super interesting and helpful.
Since I don’t see it any of the other reviews, there is both a lunch a dinner break in Ypres, but you are on your own, that said, packing food is not necessary.
I would totally recommend anyone looking for a really enlightening history tour to check this out. It is a long day, but it’s worth it. We left from Brussels and it’s about a 2 hour round trip both ways.
Emile_M, May 2026
Lots of walking, very informative, i learned a lot about the history of World War 1,, we saw a few cemeteries & monuments
Rick_M, May 2026
A long day worth the trip. The Guide was a wealth of information and very professional. The bus had to make a second stop in Brugge to pick up passengers. Delayed us slightly coming an going. We're glad we did it to see for ourselves some of the most terrible battles of WW1. Know what you are getting into before the trip. Worthwhile in every way.
Kari_W, May 2026
Very informative. The guide was very knowledgeable and made the entire day one of the best tours we have been on. Highly recommended this tour.
Myanca_R, Apr 2026
Knowledgeable, passionate and kind tour guide. Saw amazing sites pertinent to WW1 history. Deeply emotional and profound experience as a Canadian. Highly recommend.
Arman_T, Apr 2026
Everything was great. The tour guide was knowledgeable. The things we saw....awesome. it was great until we had to go back to Bruge to drop the tour giude . This extenden the trip by 1.5 hr. We were back by 10.30pm......unacceptable.....ruined the whole day.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience.
We’re very happy to read that you found the tour great overall, with a knowledgeable guide and awesome sights. At the same time, we truly understand your frustration about the late return and how it impacted your day.
Kindly note that the detour to Bruges is done for the pick-up and drop-off of passengers, not exclusively for the tour guide, and this is how the tour is advertised. The duration of the tour is 13 hours and on the day of your visit everything was on schedule, including the return time around 22:30. We recognize that this can feel very late, and we will keep working on how we communicate the timing so expectations are clear from the start.
Your feedback is important and helps us improve the experience for future guests.
Regards
Brussels City Tours
Carl_K, Apr 2026
Misleading itinerary! Bus arrived late at pickup and we were informed we would be driving one hour to Brugge to pick up other passengers. Then we would begin the tour. At the end of the tour the bus would drop off the passengers at Brugge then another hour dive to Brussels to drop us off. We would spend two hours driving time not associated with our advertised itinerary. Small bus used instead of a regular coach. Four of us got off the van as soon as we learned of this diversion to Brugge.
R_b, Oct 2025
Brilliant tour well worth the time. Very educational and moving at times. The guide was exceptional and very informative.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you found the tour meaningful and educational. It’s great to hear our guide made a strong impression — we’ll be sure to pass along your feedback!
Peter_D, Oct 2025
The guide, Stefan was excellent and his historical knowledge was exceptional. His oratation of the facts were very absorbing and consequently the whole day was full of learning and intrigue about the 4 year occupation of Flanders Field.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled Stefan’s exceptional knowledge and engaging storytelling made your day so memorable and insightful. Glad you enjoyed learning about Flanders Field. Hope to welcome you again soon!
Donald_H, Jul 2025
This day trip was led by our guide Diederik, who was informative and professional, clearly passionate and knowledgeable about the war years in Flanders. Each of the programmed stops was interesting and sequenced to add layers to the historical period. The downside of the very long day (11.5 hours) was the detour to Bruges to collect and drop off 2 participants which adds considerable additional on road time. This practice has been mentioned frequently by past reviewers but clearly the company is not prepared to think creatively to address the matter.
hsv2004, Jun 2025
Excellent day trip that covered so much WW1 history with very knowledgeable tour guide, can highly recommend.
Emma_B, Jun 2025
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. Was a long day, we had 2 children (14 & 10) with us. A lot of sites to visit, but potentially could have visited less memorial sites & made it a shorter day. But would recommend
John_B, May 2025
Excellent tour. Full day with lots of very interesting stops. The Menin gate is very moving. Strongly recommend this trip
Stuart_W, May 2025
A long day but a great day for history buffs and those wanting a reminder of the horrors and waste of life war causes! Last Post memorable/ we were lucky to have a choir as well- hard not to shed a tear or two! It is a long day so be prepared- if you don’t like getting on and off buses or late finishes give it a swerve but a 10/10 from me - thanks to Diedrich (sorry if wrong spelling) your knowledge was impressive! Stepping out the front line gave perspective and reassured the futility of war.
Timothy_B, May 2025
This was a very informative tour and I had a wonderful time. The Tour leader and driver did a wonderful job.
BruceB_R, Apr 2025
Dietrich was best guide I've every had. A very thorough tour on WW1. Enough free time for meals. Very long day but well worth it.
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear customer,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that Dietrich made such a positive impact with his thorough WWI tour. We’re happy you had enough free time for meals and that the long day was worth it. We hope to welcome you again soon for another unforgettable tour!
Best regards,
Brussels City Tours
Jane_K, Oct 2024
Amazing day, thank you to our very informative tour director and our driver who safely drove us around all day.Dietrich had a wonderful knowledge and showed us a truly remarkable experience. Highly recommend
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing day with us. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Diederik and our driver. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Warm regards,
Ava_M, Sep 2024
Very easy to book and payment not taken until 48 hours before trip and could cancel if needed too. All on time, good guide and driver. Did miss one stop because of local marathon being held, but that was outside of the tours control.
caroline_c, Sep 2024
Visiting the german cemetery was very interesting.
The allied war graves were fascinating and the Ypes ceremony sombre and respectful.
Scott_F, Sep 2024
THE TOUR ARRIBED ON TIME AND DEPARTED ON TIME OUR GUIDE Dietrich was very kind and knowledgeable. I didn't feel rushed but had ample free Time Very well done
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