About Memorial 1815

History fanatics would be beside themselves if given the opportunity to be right in the center of a reenacted but important historic battle. Imagine the joy of being in an interactive setting where you can even touch the weapons used in battle! Then ensure that you visit the Memorial Waterloo 1815 museum. So much more than just a museum, it is a very interactive experience. There are so many activities arranged to enable the visitors to participate and feel like they are actually in the midst of this important battle. A gripping 3D movie will be displayed that teleports you centuries back in time. You can walk in 2000 sq. meter trail and experience the battle for yourself. There are numerous scenes and special effects at work that enhance this experience. Apart from this, you can also see the 40-meter tall Lion’s Mound monument that symbolizes the victory of the royals. This monument was erected on the request of William I, King of the Netherlands in 1826. His elder son was said to have been wounded at this spot during the battle, due to which the King wanted to commemorate it. The Panorama is yet another attraction of the museum. It is a 1912 panoramic painting by the master Louis Dumoulin, of the epic battle. This enormous painting is 12 meters high with a circumference of 100 meters! Surely, this is a sight for sore eyes.


 

Must See

There are four sites to view in the place which together called Memorial 1815.

  • The Panorama
  • Lion’s Mound
  • Hougoumont Farm
  • The Memorial Museum

How to reach

Car or private vehicle is definitely the best mode of transport
Bus line 365 is situated on avenue Fonsny in front of the Ibis hotel stops at Waterloo Monument Gordon and it will cost you less than 4 EURO
This bus is not very frequent and stops once every 2 hours
These Train lines stop near Butte Du Lion: ANTWERPEN-CENTRAAL - NIJVEL, CHARLEROI-ZUID - BRUSSELS AIRPORT - ZAVENTEM
 

Tips

  • Audioguide included in the price
  • There is a gift shop
  • The restaurant is situated across the museum
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Parking is available
  • A common bathroom can be found
  • One must purchase the full ticket in order to see all the attractions include Waterloo XXL, Hougoumont farm, Last HQ of Napoleon, Mont St Jean Medical Museum, Memorial 1815, Panorama, Lion’s Mount, Wellington Museum
  • There is a free shuttle bus starting from the visitor's center parking 
  • Carry a few Euros in coins to use the telescopes perched atop on Lion's mound
  • The Lion's Mound does not have an elevator. So it is not wheelchair friendly
     

Visit Time

Sunday:            9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 
Monday:           9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 
Tuesday:          9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 
Wednesday:     9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 
Thursday:         9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 
Friday:              9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 
Saturday:          9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

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Waiting Time

None

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Memorial pass: 16 € per adult

 13 € per child (7 to 17 yrs.), 13€ for seniors (60 +).

Reduction for visitors with special needs.

€20 - Pass 1815 is a combined ticket for all 7 places

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Time you can spend

3-4 hours

 

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Weather

Light Rain 12.95°C

 

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