2-Hour Private Walking Tour of Ypres with Medieval and WW1 History

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Admire the beauty of St. Martin's Cathedral
• 02 Stroll through Market Square while listening to interesting stories
• 03 Discover the medieval importance of the magnificent Cloth Hall
• 04 Pay a respectful visit to the Menin Gate

Step back in time and discover the medieval origins of Ypres on this walking tour from Market Square. Admire the magnificent Cloth Hall, the beauty of St. Martin's Cathedral, and the city's enduring medieval character. Although Ypres was destroyed during World War 1, it was meticulously reconstructed, and your guide will share interesting anecdotes about that process along with the significance of the Menin Gate, a British memorial to missing soldiers.

Meet your tour guide in the Grand Market and explore the spot where the first Count of Flanders built a settlement, marking the origin of Ypres.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Medieval Ypres and the Menin Gate

• Meet your tour guide in the Grand Market and explore the spot where the first Count of Flanders built a settlement, marking the origin of Ypres.
• Visit the impressive St. Martin's Cathedral, which still stands on the same site today, and learn about its history and significance.
• Walk to the magnificent Cloth Hall, one of the largest civil buildings in Europe. Discover the medieval charm of the square and learn about its importance in the history of Ypres.
• Explore the area that was once devastated during World War 1. Hear stories about the destruction and the efforts of the people of Ypres to rebuild the city.
• Proceed to the Menin Gate, a British memorial monument dedicated to the missing soldiers of World War 1. Discover its history and the significance of the Last Post ceremony held here.
• Learn about the soldiers who found their final resting place around the hills of Ypres. Reflect on the impact of the war and pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives.
• End the tour with fascinating anecdotes and historical insights from your knowledgeable guide. Discover the intriguing nickname of Ypres as "The City of Cats" and leave with a deeper understanding of the city's rich heritage.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking guide

What's Not Included

• Tip for the guide
• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• Covering all the places mentioned in the itinerary is subject to the traveller's walking pace.
• The itinerary is customizable, and the traveller can choose which places from the above itinerary to visit within the given duration.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Grand Market

Tour start

Grote Markt, 8900 Ieper, Belgium

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.