Passchendaele museum 'Passchendaele' is not only an episode from the history of the First World War, it has also become a household word, an international symbol of violence in its most horrible form. In 1917, more than 400,000 soldiers were taken out of battle here in a hundred days for a gain in terrain of just a few kilometers. Ninety years after the start of the Great War, the municipality of Zonnebeke opened an entirely new museum in the castle domain with Anzac-day 2004. In 2013 there was a substantial expansion including a trench structure in the museum garden and a brand new underground hall. The Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 is the successor of the Regional Museum and opts for a classical historical-educational presentation. The visitor goes through the five strokes at Ypres on the basis of impressive photographic material, a carefully selected collection of historical objects and various lifelike dioramas. Walking in a German trench or descending into a unique 6 m deep British dugout with communication and first aid station, headquarters and sleeping places, it is only possible in the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917. The ideal base for visiting the region, an absolute must for tourists and specialist.
More infoYpres Ypres has a lot to offer! The charm of the medieval past and the many memories of the turbulent past make a trip to Ypres unforgettable today. Be inspired by our website or by taking a look at our brochure. The numerous hospitable guest addresses, cozy cafés, tasty restaurants, beautiful shops, fascinating museums and other attractions invite you. We would like to welcome you every day in the visitor center for Ypres and the Westhoek in the Cloth Hall to give your visit a good start. You will find an attractive regional exhibition, an extensive shop and a spacious museum café.
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