Ypres

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Ypres Market Square featuring a square or plaza and heritage architecture
Menin Gate Memorial showing heritage elements
Ypres Market Square showing heritage architecture
West Flanders which includes flowers and heritage architecture
West Flanders showing heritage architecture
Monuments, museums and trenches provide insights into this Belgian city’s World War I history, while the reconstructed buildings demonstrate a survivor spirit.

The attractive Belgian city of Ypres (Ieper) is made of stern stuff. During World War I it was the scene of horrendous battles and nearly wiped off the map. Many of its buildings were leveled to the ground, but extensive reconstructions brought them back to their original majesty. Learn about the war’s effect on the area through its museums and memorials and enjoy the city’s medieval character.

Following the war, Belgium rebuilt its historic sites using reparation money from Germany. Study the Renaissance-style buildings that surround Ypres Market SquareOpens in a new window, including the Three Taverns, three adjacent taverns and cafés that have been serving customers since before the war.

Among the fascinating reconstructions you will see at the square is the Cloth Hall (Lakenhalle)Opens in a new window. This was an important center for Flemish weaving in the Middle Ages and was completely destroyed during the war.

From the fountain in the center of the plaza, gaze up at the hall’s famous belfry. It soars to a height of 230 feet (70 meters). Go inside to visit the In Flanders Fields Museum, which depicts the devastation of war. Browse photos of the city before and after World War I.

One of the most poignant reminders of the tragedy of war is the Menin Gate MemorialOpens in a new window. This huge monument is engraved with the names of many of the Commonwealth soldiers who fought at Ypres and whose graves are unknown. The list runs to more than 50,000.

Like many places in Belgium, Ypres has a love of good food and gastronomy. Try some of the local favorites, such as mussels and fries with mayonnaise. Sample a range of Belgian beers in the bars.

Situated in northwest Belgium, Ypres is near the border with France and easy to reach by road, rail and air from many European destinations. Fly to Lille Airport in France or Ostend-Bruges International Airport and connect by car or bus to the Flanders region. While you are here, join a daily battlefield tour. Visit the trenches, key World War I battlegrounds and memorials.

Novotel Ieper Centrum Flanders Fields

Novotel Ieper Centrum Flanders Fields

3.5 out of 5
Sint-Jacobsstraat 15, Ypres
The price is NT$4,078 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
NT$4,078
NT$4,390 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Novotel Ieper Centrum Flanders Fields
Flanders Lodge Hotel

Flanders Lodge Hotel

3 out of 5
A Dehemlaan 19, Ypres
The price is NT$3,972 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
NT$3,972
NT$4,273 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Lille Europe

Hotel Lille Europe

3 out of 5
Avenue Le Corbusier, Allée de Liege, Lille, Nord
The price is NT$1,963 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
NT$1,963
NT$2,285 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Lille Europe
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Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe

Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe

2 out of 5
271 Avenue Willy Brandt, Lille
Stay at this aparthotel in Lille. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Pierre Mauroy Stadium and L'Aeronef are located ...
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The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est

The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est

3 out of 5
161 Av. le Notre, Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Nord
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Villeneuve-d'Ascq. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ...
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The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est
Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius

Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius

3 out of 5
Parc Haute Borne 6, avenue Halley, Villeneuve-d'Ascq
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Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius
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