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DAY 1 - Tour of Waterloo Battlefield

We start your tour of Waterloo battlefield with the early Eurostar from London to Brussels. On arrival our Chauffeur Tour Guide will pick us up from the station in our tour vehicle and head to the Battle of Waterloo battle site which is around a 30 minute drive.

We will walk the battlefield visiting numerous locations from Wellington’s right flank, here you will see the ground where the French cavalry charged the British squares and Napoleon’s Imperial Guard were repulsed. At the new Museum, the Lion Mound Centre, view the battlefield from the top of Lion mound and visit the impressive Waterloo Panorama, one of the largest painted battlefield panoramas in the world. After lunch in the onsite restaurant, we walk down to visit the recently restored Hougoumont Farm. Here we look in-depth at arguably the most important part of the Waterloo battlefield. Observing the memorials, original buildings, gates and loop-holed walls. We then make our way across the battlefield to La Belle Alliance, looking at the battlefield from the French perspective. We end the day at Le Caillou, Napoleon’s General Headquarters. We head back to Brussels for your Eurostar train back to London, or you may wish to stay overnight and explore the wonderful city of Brussels.

This concludes your tour of Waterloo battlefield. 

If you would like to learn more about the Battle of Waterloo, you can read more here at Wikipedia. 

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Welcome to Cooper's Waterloo Tours

Graeme cooper has been battlefield guiding since 1995 and now operates a family run business specialising in tailored tours of the napoleonic campaign battlefields of the peninsular war and waterloo for adults, and leadership training for the military and business. our testimonials declare our standards., “graeme cooper is the master story-teller. you stand with him in a green field, but when he speaks you see a battlefield before you.” adam hollaway mp, pictorial past tour memories , 2015   |   2016  |  2017  |  2018 |  2019 |  2022.

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The cost – includes breakfast, hotel accommodation, coach, museums and guide, although food and drinks are not included – is £1,150 per person.

A three-day, two-night tour exploring the famous Waterloo Campaign of 1815. Beginning with a visit to the vital battlefield of Quatre Bras, we will explore the action in which the campaign’s eventual outcome may well have been decided. Our second day includes a fully guided walking day of the entire Waterloo Battlefield to follow the action in that famous battle, with a specific focus on the fighting around the farmhouse of Hougoumont. Our final day sees us visit the equally vital battlefields of Wavre and Ligny where Prussian troops faced French forces in two much overlooked encounters.

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Beginning in the UK, we travel to France via Dover-Calais Ferry and then on directly to Belgium. Our visits this afternoon include the crossroads of Quatre Bras where, having been beaten to the punch by Napoleon, Wellington scrambled forces to defend the vital link between himself and the Prussian forces. Visits include to Bossu Wood where Saxe-Weimar’s troops saved the day and to Gemioncourt Farm where some of the most bitter fighting of the entire Campaign was seen. A short visit to Ligny to discuss the major Prussian action on the same day completes our first day. Accommodation in Waterloo and evening meal.

Beginning in the town of Waterloo, we visit the Headquarters of the Duke of Wellington on the eve of the battle, today preserved as a fascinating museum, before making our way to the Mont St Jean Ridge. The remainder of our day is spent on foot across the battlefield itself, visiting and studying in detail the ‘battle within a battle’ for Hougoumont Farm. Further visits include the main ridge fighting where British Squares and Artillery took such a toll on Marshal Ney’s courageous but doomed cavalry. Also on the itinerary are Le Haye Sainte and La Belle Alliance in the heart of the battlefield and where Blucher and Wellington met at the end of one of the most famous days in military history.

Our final morning is spent visiting Napoleon’s ‘Dernier Quartier’ and key sites relating to the bloody aftermath of the Battle before returning to the UK via Calais.

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Over the last 35 years, the "Guides 1815” unveil the battlefield of Waterloo, through the context of 19th century European history, and the development of the 1815 Campaign.  Why was there a battle, why in Waterloo, who were the adversaries, how did the battle unfold, and what were the consequences…The answers to these questions will enrich your visit to the best preserved battlefield in Europe.

They will bring to life before your eyes the battles of June 16, 1815 that took place in Ligny and Quatre-Bras. And, at the very place where the battle of Waterloo took place on Sunday June 18, 1815, in the fields south of Waterloo, you can follow its developments in detail: in a few sentences explaining this bloody episode in European history (12,000 dead and 35,000 wounded), you will hear, through the voice of your guide, sound the trumpets and sound the cannons, you will see the impetuous riders saber clear, and, from the top of the Lion's Mound, you will be the privileged witness of the arrival of the Prussians. And you will see the imperial guard retreat…

So you will know why Napoleon lost this battle, and understand its consequences for Belgium and Europe.

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Walking Waterloo

The campaign on foot.

Military History and Battlefield Tours Walking Tours

27th - 30th September 2024 (4 Days)

Expert Historian : Major General Ashley Truluck CB CBE BA

Tour price: £1,595

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27th - 30th September 2024 (4 Days)

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Standard price: : £1,325

Incl. travel from UK: £1,595 Room sole occupancy supplement: £150 Non-refundable deposit: £275

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Tour Introduction

Waterloo is a fascinating but subtle battlefield. Wellington’s eye for terrain and talent for drawing his opponent onto ground of his own choosing allowed him to observe enemy dispositions and approach routes whilst concealing his own troops thus achieving tactical surprise which was key to his success. Under the guidance of Ashley Truluck, former soldier and past chairman of the Society for Army Historical Research, you will gain that same insight. Ashley has spent a lifetime studying Wellington’s command style and tactics: he lived for 3 years near Waterloo, knows the battlefield intimately and he is a keen walker: the perfect host to guide you ‘off piste’ to provide a general’s perception of what it would be like to command and fight on the battlefields of Ligny, Quatre Bras and especially Waterloo. These will be a series of country walks, not a route march, during which we cover about 5 or 6 miles a day, with stops for lunch and beverages. There is nothing here that any reasonably fit weekend walker couldn’t cope with but what this tour really offers is fresh air, a fresh perspective, and a chance to enjoy the surprisingly peaceful and pretty Belgian countryside in the convivial company of fellow walkers.

The Waterloo Campaign in June 1815 ensured relative peace in Western Europe for the next fifty years. It was the first time that the two greatest commanders of the era, Napoleon and Wellington, met each other in battle and it was to be the last campaign for both of them. It was also the last campaign for grand old Marshal Blucher whose Prussian Army, having been trounced at Ligny, nevertheless arrived in the nick of time to tip the scales in the Allies’ favour as Wellington’s ‘infamous army’, already tested at Quatre Bras, hung on grimly to the ridge at Waterloo.

• With Maj Gen Ashley Truluck
• View battlefield from the soldiers' perspective
• Understand the lines of sight and communication challenges
• Feel the ground and appreciate its challenges
• A day and half walking Waterloo
• A full day walking Ligny and Quatre Bras

What's Included

• Expert historian throughout providing a daily variety of talks, presentations and Q&A
• Buffet breakfast each morning
• Dedicated Tour Manager
• Dinner parties hosted by your expert historian and tour manager
• Entrance fees for sites included in itinerary
• Return Standard Premier Eurostar from London (optional)
• Helpful and friendly travel advice
• Modern, comfortable, air-conditioned coach
• The company of like-minded travelers
• Two drinks i,e wine or beer at each dinner and a welcome drink on first evening

"Guides were excellent, and there was a good balance between military history and local sightseeing"

Day 1 – Brussels & Waterloo Town

Depart London St Pancras by Eurostar to Brussels in time for a stroll into and around the magnificent Grand Place and Royal Park where the story of the Waterloo campaign begins. On to Waterloo town to visit Wellington’s headquarters opposite our comfortable hotel in the centre of the town and our base for the tour. Welcoming drinks and evening talk before dinner.

Day 2 – Ligny & Quatre Bras

We walk from the French positions and follow their attack route across fields into the riverside village of Ligny to get a feel for its tenacious defence by Prussian troops. Then up through cornfields for a panoramic view from the site of Blucher’s windmill – where he and Wellington met prior to the battle. We take lunch at Pierpont farmhouse (now a golf club) where the concurrent battle of Quatre Bras opened. After viewing the battlefield from the strategic crossroads which give the battle its name, we walk out to Cherry Wood on the British left flank and thence cross the very centre of the battlefield, discussing the highlights as we go. We end our day by driving the route of Wellington’s skilful withdrawal through Genappe to Waterloo where we will take dinner in a local restaurant.

Day 3 – Waterloo

After surveying the battlefield from Napoleon’s command post at La Belle Alliance, we start our walk from the excellent new Hougoumont visitor centre, walking the length of the Allied Ridge discussing the French infantry and cavalry attacks as we go. After lunch near La Haye Sainte we push on to the British left flank and – weather permitting - around to see where the Prussians fell on Napoleon’s flank at Plancenoit where we stop for refreshment in the picturesque village square. Dinner tonight will be in a friendly bistro on the battlefield itself.

Day 4 – Finale

We return to the battlefield to walk the route of the Imperial Guard’s famous final attack to the very site where they clashed with Wellington’s elite guards and light troops. The story of the battle will unfold as we go along. Thence to the excellent new Waterloo Visitor Centre on the battlefield where we will also enjoy our lunch stop. Then back to Brussels to catch our Eurostar train getting us back to London by early evening.

Recommended Reading List

• The Campaign of Waterloo: a Military History
• The Waterloo Companion: The Complete Guide to History's Most Famous Land Battle
• Waterloo Battlefield Guide
• Waterloo: A New History of the Battle and its Armies
• Waterloo: Four Days that Changed Europe’s Destiny
• Waterloo: The Decisive Victory
• Waterloo: The History of Four Days, Three Armies and Three Battles

Major General Ashley Truluck CB CBE BA

Ashley Truluck is a History graduate with a life-long fascination for Military History. As a soldier, he served worldwide with the Gurkhas, in Communications and Intelligence, with Army Aviation and on the General Staff, retiring as a Major General. Throughout that time he led battlefield studies – a passion he has carried over into his second career. He is now Chairman of the Army Society for Historical Research and leads a number of popular tours to Belgium, France, Portugal, Spain and Malta.

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Waterloo Battlefield - Belgium

In this rich historical experience, we'll focus on the Waterloo battlefield, a pivotal site in European history.

Embark on a captivating journey through the Waterloo battlefield with our immersive Waterloo Battlefield Tour. Day 1 commences with an early departure from London on the Eurostar train to Brussels, followed by a short drive to the battlefield. Guided by our expert Chauffeur Tour Guide, you'll explore key locations, including Wellington's right flank, the Lion Mound Museum, and the meticulously restored Hougoumont Farm. Gain unique perspectives from both the British and French sides of the conflict, all while delving into the strategic decisions made at Napoleon's General Headquarters, Le Caillou. Your day concludes back in Brussels, offering the choice of returning to London or extending your stay in this historic city. Join us on this unforgettable journey to connect with the past and unravel the secrets of the Battle of Waterloo. Wondering where you'll find the Waterloo battlefield? It's located at Rte du Lion 1815, 1420 Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium Important information: Your preferred drop off and collection point will be agreed with your driver prior to the tour start date .

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Price from: £875.00 per day

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Delve into the heart of history with a focus on the Waterloo battlefield

This tour promises an exceptional opportunity to connect with the past and gain a deep appreciation for this pivotal event in European history.

Here’s a detailed itinerary for your captivating journey:

Meet at Ashford euro star station, setting the stage for your Waterloo battlefield tour. Immersive Exploration: At the battlefield, your adventure begins with a guided walk across this historic site. You’ll start by exploring Wellington’s right flank, the very ground where pivotal moments unfolded during the Battle of Waterloo.

Next, you’ll visit the Lion Mound Centre, home to a new museum. Ascend the Lion Mound for a breath taking view of the Waterloo battlefield. Explore the Waterloo Panorama, a colossal painted battlefield panorama. Lunch Break: Recharge with lunch at the onsite restaurant, offering a moment of relaxation amidst your historical journey.

Your tour continues with a visit to the meticulously restored Hougoumont Farm, a battlefield gem. Delve into its historical significance, examining memorials, original structures, gates, and loop-holed walls. French Perspective: Traverse the battlefield to La Belle Alliance, where you’ll gain a unique perspective from the vantage point of the French forces, enhancing your understanding of the battle. Napoleon’s HQ: The day reaches its zenith at Le Caillou, Napoleon’s General Headquarters during the battle. Explore this site to gain insights into the strategic decisions that shaped this pivotal day in European history.

After your comprehensive exploration, return to Brussels. Choose to journey back to London via the Eurostar or opt for an overnight stay in Brussels to further explore the city’s attractions. The Waterloo Battlefield Tour concludes, leaving you with a profound understanding of the Battle of Waterloo’s historical significance. To learn more about this momentous battle, check out Wikipedia for additional insights . 

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Waterloo Private Tour

Private tour.

• PRICE: per person, twin share
• SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $1400
• DEPOSIT: 30%

Visit the historic battlefield of Waterloo and see the sites where Napoleon was soundly defeated by the Duke of Wellington on this escorted private tour. Spend two days touring the battlefield of Waterloo with an expert battlefield Guide. All the key sites from the battle will be visited and the itinerary can be tailored to take in those sites you most want to see. Mat McLachlan has hand-picked the leading Guides on the Waterloo battlefield to ensure you are travelling with the best.

Day 1 > Waterloo

This morning your historian will meet you at your local hotel in Brussels or Waterloo Train station.  You will then spend the day touring the historic sites of Waterloo, including the battlefield of Ligny (headquarters of Napoleon at Fleurus and of Blücher at Bry), the battlefield of Quatre-Bras and the French side of the battlefield of Waterloo. Late afternoon, your historian will drop you off at your Waterloo hotel.

STAR INCLUSIONS   ★   Pick-up in  Brussels or Waterloo  ★ Full day touring the Waterloo battlefields

Day 2 > Depart

Today will be another enthralling day spent on the battlefields including the Anglo-Dutch side of the battlefield, the Wellington Museum and Hougoumont Farm Memorial Museum (Butte de Lion). At each stop, your historian will detail the phases of the battle and share the stories of the men who fought and died there. In the afternoon, you will farewell the Waterloo battlefields. Late afternoon, your historian will drop you back at your hotel in Brussels or Waterloo Train station. (B)

STAR INCLUSIONS   ★ Full day touring the Waterloo battlefields

★    Services of an expert Historian ★    All excursions, scenic drives and sightseeing as described in the itinerary ★    Comprehensive touring of all the major battle sites at Waterloo including the Butte de Lion, Wellington Museum, and the battlefield of Quarte Bras ★    1 night 3-star accommodation ★    Breakfast at the hotel ★    Travel by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle ★    All entrance fees as per the itinerary ★    All tipping ★    Souvenir cap ★    Document wallet

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Visit the Battlefield of Waterloo in Belgium

The Lion’s Mound and panoramic painting of the Battle of Waterloo (1815) are the main sights to see on a day-trip to the battlefield (Champ de Bataille) from Brussels.

The main sights to see at the site of the Battle of Waterloo (June 18, 1815) near Brussels in Belgium are the Lion’s Mound, a huge panoramic painting, and a visitors’ center with extracts from movies. Further smaller monuments and memorials are scattered throughout the battlefield, which has mostly returned back to ordinary farmland. The farmhouses (fermes) famous from the battle including Mont-St-Jean, Papelotte, Belle-Alliance, Haie Sainte and Hougoumont are still in existence. The Battlefield of Waterloo and the panoramic painting has been added to the tentative list of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites.

Battlefield  of Waterloo (Champ de Bataille)

The Battle of Waterloo on June 18, 1815, saw over 250,000 men from at least seven nations in action. More than 11,000 were left dead and 33,000 wounded. It was one of the largest and bloodiest pre-twentieth-century European battles.

Tourism at the battlefield started on June 19, 1815, when the upper classes arrived by coach from Brussels to take a look. It has continued ever since and will probably be at a high point during the bicentenary in 2015.

The rest of the battlefield has mostly returned to normal farming. Smaller memorials and monuments are scattered throughout the area. Maps can be bought or guided tours booked at the visitors’ center.

The formal sites at the Lion’s Hamlet, for which admission is charged, are the Lion’s Mound, two movies and the panoramic painting. (The rather embarrassingly bad wax museum has closed.)

A new visitors center is being built underground and should open by early 2015. It should hopefully present a better overview of the battle and offer better value for money than the current half-hearted attempt.

Lion’s Mound (Butte de Lion) at Waterloo

Willem previously fought with the British in various conflicts and was the commander of the I Allied Corps at both the Battle of Quatre Bras (16 June 1815) and more famously Waterloo (18 June 1815). In parts of The Netherlands, which at the time included present-day Belgium, he was hailed as  the  hero of Waterloo. As heir to the throne this image was encourage and in part inspired the erection of the large memorial.

Climbing the Lion’s Mound at Waterloo

A bicycle is an ideal way to explore the area, as distances can be long for hiking and many paths not open to cars. Unfortunately, no bike rental shops are available in the region.

Many sites and memorials should be improved for the bicentenary. The Ferme Hougoumont – where the garden and orchard changed hands seven times during the battle – is being restored for 2015.

Battle of Waterloo Movies

The movies shown in theaters at the visitors’ center next to the Lion’s Mound are a good in introduction to the Battle of Waterloo and a great place to start the visit if unfamiliar with the details of the famous battle.

The first movie is a documentary on developments in Europe that led to the battle and the actual battle itself. The second is extracts from the epic  Waterloo  (1970) by Sergei Bondarchuk.

Each movie is just over 20 minutes long but as visitors move on to a different theater for the second movie, new screenings start every 20 minutes. Audio is in French with English and Dutch subtitles. German visitors, despite the role Prussia played in the allied victory, may feel done in.

The Waterloo Panoramic Painting

Most of the rotunda building, with a diameter of 35 m, is taken up by the large painting but at the lower level is a scale model of the Ferme Hougoumont and further graphics explaining the battle.

These kind of panoramic paintings were hugely popular in Europe, especially during the late-19 th  century. Visitors admire the paintings from a raised platform – 5 m high here – in the center of the circular display to feel part of the action.

Around 30 of these paintings survived in Europe – amongst others on display include the Panorama Mesdag in The Hague and Thun Wocher Panorama in Switzerland. Modern attractions also favors this format using video screens around the audience for a 360° experience, e.g. Arromanches 360° on the D-Day Invasion in Normandy.

Waterloo Tickets and Opening Hours

Three kinds of tickets are available to see the attractions at the Hameau du Lion:

• Lion’s Mound & Panoramic Painting – €7 (€4.50 for children 7-17)
• Pass Hameau du Lion (admission to the Lion’s Mound, Panorama and movies) – €9 (€7 for children 7-17 & students)
• Pass 1815 (Pass Hameau, Wellington Museum & Last HQ of Napoleon) – €13.50 (€8 for children 7-17, €11 for students)

The Pass 1815 gives a discount of €6 on individual entries but many may find the Pass Hameau du Lion costing a bit much for seeing fairly little.

Tickets are sold at the visitors center, online, or the Pass 1815 from any of the three attractions and the tourist information office in Waterloo.

The attractions at the Hameau du Lion are open daily from 9:30 to 18:30 from April to September and 10:00 to 17:00 from October to March. The attractions are open 365 days a year. The other memorials are unfenced and like the battlefield itself always open.

Guided tours of the battlefield and the smaller memorials can be booked onsite or in advance.

Food and drink are available from the Café Wellington adjacent to the visitors’ center. However, as at most major tourist attractions, better food and lower prices are easier found elsewhere. Waterloo town has many options and further restaurants are open at lunchtime in smaller villages in the region.

Transportation to the Battlefield of Waterloo

From Brussels and Waterloo, use bus W (stop Route de Nivelles) or bus 365 (stop Monument Gordon). Braine-l’Alleud is the closest train station – it is a 3 km walk or short bus ride (W) to the Hameau du Lion.

See Transportation to the Battle of Waterloo Sites for more complete details.

More Detailed Descriptions on Battle of Waterloo Sites:

• Overview of the Battle of Waterloo Sites
• Visit the Battlefield (Champ de Bataille) of Waterloo (This page!)
• Visit Napoleon’s Last Headquarters at Waterloo
• Visit the Wellington Museum in Waterloo
• The St Joseph’s Church in Waterloo
• Transportation to Waterloo

About the author:

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Henk Bekker is a freelance travel writer with over 20 years of experience writing online. He is particularly interested in history, art, and culture. He has lived most of his adult life in Germany, Switzerland, and Denmark. In addition to European-Traveler.com , he also owns a travel website on the Lake Geneva region of Switzerland and maintains statistical websites on car sales and classic car auction prices . Henk holds an MBA from Edinburgh Business School and an MSc in Development Finance from the University of London.

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Visitor Guide to Waterloo

Getting There | What to See | Further Afield | Much Further Afield

The Battlefield of Waterloo is in southern Belgium and is about a 2 and a half hour drive from Calais (Chunnel or Ferry). Sat nav will almost certainly take you around the Brussels ring road. All I can say is don’t go there! From Calais take the route to Lille in France and then on to Waterloo. Lille at rush hour is congested but nothing like Brussels!

The battlefield is in better shape for a visit than it has been for decades with a new underground visitors centre opened in 2015.

The battlefield actually lies some three miles south of the town of Waterloo and decisions on how to get there and where to stay, can be very important for your enjoyment of the visit. This guide has been put together to help you make the right decisions for your specific needs.

Getting there

Being situated 23km from Brussels, and about 32km from Brussels International Airport, you have a number of options depending on how you have arrived and what mode of transport you wish to use.

For Satnav – Address for Battlefield is Route du Lion 315, Waterloo 1410, Belgium

Please note, that the Route du Lion is now permanently closed at the Lion Mound. Therefore it is best to approach towards the Battlefield Visitor Centre from the north west (from Braine l’Alleud) as the car park is on this side of the Lion Mound.

Having arrived at Brussels Airport at Zaventem, you can either pick up a hire car, take a taxi or train to Waterloo.

If taking a taxi, it will cost about E40 each way and will take about 30 minutes except at peak periods for traffic around Brussels, when it could take double the time and double the cost! A taxi for a group can be quite cost effective.

If by train, catch a train from the airport to Brussels Midi station. Here you can catch a train to Waterloo, which goes about ever hour for E5 each way, (if staying in the town) or Braine l’Alleud if preferred if simply going to the battlefield for the day.

It will cost about E10 to catch a taxi from either station to the Lion Mound. However, taxis are rarely to be found at the station, be prepared to walk or have the phone number of a local taxi company handy.

Trains from London and all other international trains normally alight at Brussels Midi, from which you an easily transfer to a local train going to Waterloo or Braine l’Alleud every hour for about E5 each way.

Catch the W Bus or the 365 Bus, both from Brussels. You can purchase a ticket off the driver.

What To See

The new battlefield visitor centre.

One of the best new museums at Waterloo is the fantastic new underground Visitor Centre adjacent to the Panorama. It is a thousand percent better than the old centre (for those that went there before 2015). The 3D film is actually pretty good and is highly recommended. You can view the only complete skeleton uncovered at Waterloo (named by yours truly as Private Friedrich Brandt 2nd Line Battalion King’s German Legion). Plenty to see and do for all ages.

Allow 1-2 Hours

Opening times

26th March to 30th September: 9:30AM to 6:30PM 1st October to 25th March: 10:00AM to 6:00PM Last entry 45 minutes before closing

Ticket Prices

Individual site tickets can be purchased, but it is highly recommended buying a group ticket PASS 1815 (all Inclusive) Covers Wellington Museum, Le Caillou, Visitor Centre, Panorama, Lion Mound, Hougoumont and Mont St Jean

Adults (over 17) E21 Children Under 17 E17

Please Note

When you visit the Visitor Centre and purchase tickets it comes in two parts. The white barcoded ticket allows you into the Centre, Panorama and up the Mound.  This part has to be used on the day of purchase.  You also receive a card which you show at the other locations to allow you access to Le Caillou,  Hougoumont, Mont St Jean and Wellington’s HQ.  You have up to one year to visit these locations.

Access to the Lion Mound and Panorama is now through the visitor centre and is included in the price of the ticket.

Those with limited mobility can enjoy full access to the Visitor Centre, but cannot see the Lion Mound or Panorama as this includes a number of steps.

​The mound was built between 1820 and 1825 to commemorate the victory, but it has always been controversial as it significantly altered the battlefield in its construction. It does however, offer excellent views over the battlefield on a good day, but does tend to make the battlefield appear flat, which is far from true. The climb should however, only be attempted by someone who is relatively fit, as it has 226 steep steps up to the viewing platform (there is no lift).

The Panorama

Painted in 1912 by Louis Dumoulin, it attempts to portray a 360 degree view of the great cavalry charges during the middle of the battle. Although it has seen some renovation, with sounds and smells, it is of minor interest, being of its time.

The Chateau/Farm Complex of Hougoumont was the scene of intense fighting throughout the day and was virtually its own battle within a battle. The farm is really worth the effort of visiting it, although unfortunately at present there is little actually on site to help the visitor understand its importance. A little bit of prior knowledge is therefore an advantage. Plans are apparently afoot to improve significantly this part of the visitor experience with large signs at significant points and improved displays in the entrance area. The farm/chateau complex has recently been fully refurbished and now includes a viewing platform, the wonderful new British Memorial and a slightly odd visual presentation in the Great Barn.

Allow 1 Hour

Opening Times 26/03 to 30/09 09.30 to 18.30 01/10 to 25/03 10.00 to 18.00 There is a free shuttle bus from the visitor centre to Hougoumont (and return) every half an hour for those who do not wish to make the twenty-five minute walk along the allied ridge line to get there. Those with Impaired Mobility can enjoy full access although the cobbled yard can be a bit of a challenge.

For anybody who would like to rent a beautiful apartment on the actual battlefield for your visit, please take a look at the Landmark Trust Website.

La Belle Alliance

Although its name has made it famous, it is a nightclub and cannot be visited.

Plancenoit Village

There are a number of French and Prussian memorials at Plancenoit, but there are no museums here. The church which now dominates the village centre and the one that was a prominent part of the fighting here, are unfortunately not the same.

La Haye Sainte

The farm of La Haye Sainte is privately owned and the family request that visitors respect their privacy.

Mont St Jean Farm

The farm was used as a major field hospital during the battle. It has recently been expertly renovated and now contains a museum on the medical aspects of the battle and a brewery for Waterloo Beer (it comes highly recommended by the author!) both of which can be visited.

Allow 30 Minutes

Opening Times: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Prices Now Included in All Inclusive 1815 Ticket from the Battlefield Visitor Centre

If visited alone 7.5 Euros for Museum and additional 5 Euros for Brewery Tour including beer tasting (small).The Farm of Mont St Jean lies a few hundred metres north of the battlefield and has a carpark in its rear.

There is also a very nice restaurant on site

Further Afield

Waterloo town.

Wellington Museum Allow one hour Location Chaussée de Bruxelles 147, 1410 Waterloo

Opening Times From 1 October to 31 March 10.00hr to 17.00hr. From April 1 to September 30 of 9.30hr to 18.00hr.

Prices 4 Euros (It is also available as part of an 1815 ticket)

The Museum is to be found in the centre of Waterloo. It was an inn in 1815 and was used by the Duke of Wellington as his headquarters. The bed in which Colonel Gordon died is still in the house. The rear building is now used for special exhibitions and there are a number of gravestones in the garden.

St Joseph’s Chapel

Opening Hours The church is open to visitors during normal hours (outside times of services), free of charge. There are a very large number of memorials within.

It stands opposite Wellington’s Museum.

Allow 30 minutes

1472 Vieux GenappeOpening Times 10 a.m. to 18.30 p.m.

Napoleon’s headquarters lies some 4 km south of the battlefield on the Genappe road. It has very limited parking. The small museum has recently been refurbished, but is now if possible a little too child friendly. Looking for the original artefacts? Turn the boards with images of soldiers around and there you have them. Press a button to view the French skeleton (actually a conglomeration of a number of different skeletons). In the garden there are a number of commemorative tablets and the Ossuary (a deposit for bones discovered on the battlefield).

Evere Cemetery

Allow 30 minutes Open Tues-Sun 08.30 – 16.30​

In 1890 it was decided to have a major monument for the British dead who could be individually identified. Between 1890-4 a number of bodies interred around the Waterloo battlefield were moved here and placed in the crypt. 15 men are now buried here.

Army Museum Brussels

Allow 1 Hour Location Parc du Cinquantenaire 3, Brussels 1000​ Open Tues- Sun 09.00 – 17.00 Price 5 Euros

The Museum of the Armed Forces covers the history of the Belgian forces throughout history, but it does have a decent section of artefacts from the period of Waterloo

Genappe village lies about 8km south of Waterloo battlefield and can be reached by bus, but car is easier (there is a large carpark at the bottom of the valley near the bridge). There are no museums here and no major monuments, whilst the course of the river has been altered and the bridge is virtually hidden now. It is however, possible to still see how restrictive the road was for the cavalry as they passed through the main street.

Quatre Bras

The battlefield of Quatre Bras lies about 12km south of Waterloo battlefield. There is a bus service, but realistically you need to drive to Quatre Bras. There are no museums here, many of the farms such as Gemioncourt are private property or converted into golf clubs. The woods have been removed and buildings continue to spring up, slowly the battlefield is disappearing. The huge farm that stood on the junction of the crossroads for over two hundred years has been recently demolished. This battlefield is now only for the real die-hard.

There are a number of major memorials at the crossroads (turn fifty yards onto the Nivelles road), whilst the monument to the Duke of Brunswick stands a mile south of the crossroads.

Ligny Battlefield

The battlefield of Ligny covers a very large area and is a serious walk, it is therefore much easier to visit the area by car. Sombreffe Church maintains a French cannonball embedded in a wall and Ligny has a few farmhouses and monuments from the period, but all of these farms are private property.

Museum Gerard

There is a small but very good museum at Ligny, housed in a farmhouse which was used as a hospital at the time of the battle.

Museum Address 5140 Ligny, Belgium Opening hours Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 1pm to 5pm. Prices 5 Euros per person (not included in the 1815 ticket)

Much Further Afield

Hotel d’hane- steenhuyse ghent.

​Allow One hour Ghent is 86 km from Waterloo, allow 1 – 1 1/2 hours to get there

Address Hotel d’Hane-Steenhuyse, Veldstraat 55, 9000 Gent

Opening Times Fridays & Saturdays Only 1430-1700 Book in Advance! Uitbureau Gent vzw, Veldstraat 82B, 9000 Gent Tel: +32 92337788 Website Uitbureau Gent Vzw Prices 6 Euros

This hidden gem, is rarely visited. It was the home of King Louis XVIII whilst in exile at Ghent during the Waterloo campaign. Visits are guided and excellent. The ballroom/reception room where the king met all of the officers of the British regiments marching to Brussels is truly magnificent. Highly recommended.

Where to stay?

Varying budgets and wants/needs mean that it is difficult to give a definitive list, but I mention here a few that I can personally recommend.

Martin’s Grand Hotel and Lodge

Chaussée de Tervuren 198, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium

The best hotel in the area, but also most expensive, is Martin’s Grand Hotel which is 4*, Rooms are good and the breakfast (full English) and other facilities, excellent. (Average price 140- 200 Euros per room per night including breakfast). The hotel provides free parking but is 3 miles from the battlefield. It is however, a very short walk from Waterloo town centre, its museums, restaurants and excellent shops.

​If you can, book into the Lodge, a newer development which stands alongside the main Hotel. It provides 3* accommodation, hence cheaper (although the rooms are very well equipped), but you still get to enjoy breakfast and all other facilities of the main hotel included! (Average 100-160 Euros)

​Route du Lion 367-369, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium

This hotel is 3* but has a 5* location, being the only hotel actually on the battlefield. It’s rooms are however pretty basic and the restaurant very French in every way!(no English spoken). It has no air conditioning and the rooms in the roof get stiflingly hot in very warm periods. Breakfast is an adequate continental breakfast. Has free parking.

Best Features

Location, views (ask for a 1st floor room overlooking the road – great vistas of battlefield), excellent restaurants next door, cheap (average E 70-90 per night for a room).

Ibis Hotel 3*

Boulevard Henri Rolin 5A, Waterloo 1410, Belgium –

Central Location in Waterloo town, within a mile of the main restaurant area, Hotel nice friendly staff and modern, you get what you would expect from an Ibis, no more no less. Breakfast a good standard

Prices around 80E Per night.

There are a number of other hotels, but I am unable to make recommendations not having used them. If others would like to supply me their recommendations I will happily include them.

Le Joli Bois – Rue Sainte-Anne 59, Waterloo 1410, Belgium – Good Basic Hotel

This is not an exhaustive list of eateries, but again ones I can thoroughly recommend. If you want to recommend others, then please let me know.

Italian Les Deux Sil – Route du Lion 377, Waterloo 1410, Belgium Tel: 023840918 18.00-22.00

Asian Le Jardin D’Asie – Chaussee de Bruxelles 492b, Waterloo 1410, Belgium Tel: 023549793 12.00-14.30 & 18.00 – 23.00

European L’Amusoir – Chaussee de Bruxelles 121, Waterloo 1410, Belgium Tel 023548233 12:00 – 15:00, 19:00 – 23:00

Le Sucrerie – Chaussee de Tervuren 198, Waterloo 1410, Belgium Tel 023521815 12:00 – 14:00, 19:00 – 22:00

Le Gros Velo – Place de Plancenoit 22 , Plancenoit, Lasne 1380, Belgium Tel 026331746

Excavation 2022

Dig diaries: 2022.

Were the bones of the Waterloo dead used to refine sugar?

UPDATE: Excavation of the Skeleton Discovered at Mont-Saint-Jean

Day Ten: Saying Goodbye

Day Nine: Regiments at Waterloo

Day Eight: Plancenoit and Beyond

The Face of War: Warriors of Waterloo Brought to Light by Military Veterans

Day Seven: Breaking News, Not Just Ground

Day Six: Welcoming our Supporters

Weekend in Waterloo

Day Five: Unearthed Discoveries

Day Four: A Day with Liam and Ash

Day Three: Site Spotlight on Mont-Saint-Jean

Day Two: Meet the Welfare Team

Day One: Breaking Ground

Modern Day Veterans Return to Waterloo

Waterloo Battlefield Virtual Tour with Phil Harding

We need your support.

In 2022, we were elated to return to the battlefield for the first time since 2019 with a team of 100 people, including 20 veterans and serving personnel from 4 different countries, and a welfare team of medical professionals. But excavation - and all the travel, food, equipment, accommodation and more it requires - comes at a cost.

We rely on the generosity of individuals and organisations to fund our programmes, which offer support to those who have served their country when they need it the most. Without donations from the public, we would not be able to carry out our work. If you can help us offset the costs of excavation, we would be incredibly grateful for any contribution you can make.

Donations in kind, such as equipment or transportation, are also more than welcome - please contact [email protected] to discuss this further.

#WU22: Overview

We explored this site looking for evidence of the bloody, back-and-forth fighting between Prussian and French troops that took place here, as the village continuously changed hands. The Prussian victory served as a major turning point in the battle, but has often been overlooked in historical accounts of the battle.

Opening hours

• September October
• November March
• July August
• 7/7 10:00 AM–6:30 PM
• 7/7 10:00 AM–5:30 PM
• 7/7 9:30 AM–7:30 PM
• 7/7 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• 7/7 10:00 AM–7:00 PM

Please bring head phones and well charged phone in order to use our visit app in the museum.

The Domain is open every day.

On site, you can dine in our Café Restaurant or take away a souvenir from our shop.

The Memorial Museum and the Panorama are accessible to people with reduced mobility (PRM).

The farm buildings are accessible every day to Museum visitors.

Animals are not allowed.

• Sept./Oct 7/7: 9:30 AM–6:30 PM
• Nov./March 5/7: 10:00 AM–5:30 PM
• Apr./June 7/7: 9:30 AM–6:30 PM
• July./Aug. 7/7: 9:30 AM–7:30 PM
• Sept./March Week end : 10:30 AM–5:00 PM
• April/June Wed.: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM Week end : 10:30 AM–5:00 PM
• 7/7 11:00 AM – 06:00 PM

Individual rates

• Student, 60+
• Child (10-17 ans)
• Child (0-9 ans)
• High season

° High season: Every day from April to October. Low season: Every day from November to March.

PRICES VALID EXCLUDING THE HISTORIC WEEKEND OF 1 AND 2 JULY

For information on event days click on Ticket

Discover even more

Buy the 1815 Pass to extend your battlefield visit to include two other sites:

A single ticket allows you to visit the 3 museums (The Waterloo Battlefield Domain, the Wellington Museum, Napoleon’s Last Headquarters) located on the famous field of Napoleon’s last battle, immersing you in the history of June 18, 1815, in Waterloo, Belgium.

THE WELLINGTON MUSEUM

Wellington Museum Chaussée de Bruxelles, 147 B-1410 Waterloo Belgium Tel.: +32 2 354 28 31

Adult admission: € 7.50 http://www.museewellington.be/

NAPOLEON’S LAST HEADQUARTERS

Napoleon’s Last Headquarters Chaussée de Bruxelles, 66 1472 Vieux-Genappe Tel.: +32 2 384 24 24

Adult admission : 5 € http://dernier-qg-napoleon.be

• Child (10-17) : 16€
• Senior (+60) and students: 26€
• Senior (60+) or students

Address: Route du Lion 1815, 1420 Braine l’Alleud, Belgium. 

By car: The Waterloo Battlefield Domain is easily accessible by car. We have 2 free parking lots.

By train: From Braine-l’Alleud station, you can take a taxi or use public transportation to reach the Waterloo Battlefield Domain.

By bus: From Waterloo or Braine-l’Alleud station: line W / from the center of Brussels: line 365 then line W.

Dans l’ambiance de la « veille de la bataille »:

Le Bivouac de l’Empereur : cuisine raffinée & élaborée. Le Wellington : brasserie typique et familiale.

By car : R0 exit 25 and/or Chaussée de Nivelles. Free parking.

GPS : 50°40’51.5″N 4°24’09.0″E 50.680983, 4.402497

By bus  : from Waterloo or Braine-l’Alleud railway station: line W / from Brussels city centre: line 365 followed by line W. By train  : Brussels-Charleroi line to Braine-l’Alleud station.

Route du Lion, 1815 B-1420 Braine-l’Alleud Tél. : +32 2 385 19 12 Email : [email protected]

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