2.5-Hour Private Walk Through The City Centre Of Ypres
Description
Step back in time and discover the medieval origins of Ypres on this tour, starting from the St Maartens Cathedral. Walk to the Market Square, admiring the magnificent Cloth Hall and the city's medieval character. Despite being completely destroyed during World War 1, Ypres was meticulously reconstructed, and your guide will share interesting anecdotes about the reconstruction process and the significance of Menin Gate, a British Memorial Monument honouring missing soldiers.
Highlights
- Admire the beauty of St Maartens Cathedral
- Stroll through the Market Square while listening to interesting stories
- Pay a respectful visit to the Menin Gate
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- Trace the roots of the origin of Ypres right from its medieval history on this experience. We will begin from the spot where the first count of Flanders built a settlement and a small chapel; on the same spot, today stands the gigantic St Maartens Cathedral.
- Your guide will tell you how the city got its name while we walk to the Market Square with its magnificent Cloth Hall, which is one of the largest civil buildings in Europe.
- As we walk you through the centre, you will notice the medieval character of the city, but nothing is further from the truth! Ypres was the battleground between the French and Germans during World War 1; the city was completely destroyed, and all that was left were ruins. It took a while for the people of Ypres to rebuild everything. We will hence see the reconstructed city almost exactly as it was during the war!
- We will have a look at some interesting characteristics of the reconstruction and learn about the history and significance of Menin Gate, a British Memorial Monument built to commemorate the 55,000 soldiers who went missing during the war and never got a proper burial in a grave. Over the past 80 years till today, people from all over the world have come to the Menin Gate to listen to the Last Post, bugle pipes blasting away the single evening at 20h00, to remember not only the missing soldiers but also those who found a resting place around the hills of Ypres.
- Your guide will tell you many more such interesting and historical anecdotes during our tour. For instance, did you know Ypres is also called 'The city of Cats'? Join this tour to learn more!
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
What's Excluded
- Tip to the guide
- Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Tour Reviews
Starting From
USD 210 / group