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Preserved trenches from WW1 held by the Canadians. Sanctuary wood , where not a solitary tree was left standing. Leper Flanders. #OnTheRoad
Hill 60 is a World War I battlefield memorial site located almost 5 km south of Ypres. Prior to World War I, the hill was known as Côte des Amants. The area is covered in pock marks from the mine detonations and underground warfare that became prevalent in WWI. Pictured here is the Caterpillar Crater, where two tunnels were detonated to cause this hole in the landscape. Many soldiers and miners died in the tunnels making Hill 60 a graveyard. Now tranquil, the scars on the hills are a reminder of the horrors of war from over 100 years ago. German bunkers are also buried in the hills and peek out from under grass that has started to overgrow the remnants of war.
This is the central point of the Coming World Remember Me land art exhibit commemorating the 600000 killed on Ypres Salient between 1914 and 1918. https://www.visitflanders.com/en/things-to-do/events/top/great-war-centenary/gonewest-coming-world-remember-me-sculptural-art-project.jsp
2012-07-07 Wandeling Palingbeek
The entrance to the park by the restaurant and the information desk for Coming World Remember me.
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Menin Gate Memorial featuring heritage elements and a park as well as a small group of people

Menin Gate Memorial

Pay your respects to missing World War I heroes, the fallen soldiers whose bodies were never recovered from the battlefields of Ypres.

Menin Gate Memorial
Ypres Market Square featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements

Ypres Market Square

Browse market stalls for fish, clothes and souvenirs, and visit medieval buildings that were rescued from the rubble of World War I.

Ypres Market Square
In Flanders Field Museum, Ypres, Belgium

In Flanders Fields Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in In Flanders Fields Museum in Ypres. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

In Flanders Fields Museum
Night view of the town hall situated in the center of belgian city ieper/ypres

Ypres Town Hall

After visiting Ypres Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ypres. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Ypres Town Hall
Cloth Hall showing heritage architecture and heritage elements

Cloth Hall

Step inside this majestic medieval trading center to tour a museum dedicated to the World War I history of Ypres.

Cloth Hall

Hill 60

Find out about the history of Zillebeke when you spend time at Hill 60. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Hill 60

Sanctuary Wood Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Sanctuary Wood Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Zillebeke. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Sanctuary Wood Museum

Hotel-Museum Arthur Merghelynck

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hotel-Museum Arthur Merghelynck during your travels in Ypres. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Hotel-Museum Arthur Merghelynck

Yorkshire Trench

You can learn about the history of Boezinge with a trip to Yorkshire Trench. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Yorkshire Trench

 

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Popular day trips from Zillebeke

Ypres Market Square featuring a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Ypres

De Voerstreek in Belgie

Heuvelland

Lest We Forget.... Today it is the 100th anniversary of armistice that ended the First World War. It is devastating to see how much this war has affected this area even after a hundred years.

Zonnebeke

Frequently asked questions

Is Zillebeke worth visiting?
From shopping to history and outdoor pursuits, there are many interesting things to do in Zillebeke. Make sure to enjoy the area's blend of unmissable attractions, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Zillebeke?
Hotel-Museum Arthur Merghelynck is a great place to kick-start your vacation adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Zillebeke while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Zillebeke?
Hotel-Museum Arthur Merghelynck is rated the top tourist attraction near Zillebeke, so don't go home without checking it out.
Is three days enough to stay in Zillebeke?
With a three-day vacation in Zillebeke, you'll easily be able to discover the area's many awesome attractions, such as Hotel-Museum Arthur Merghelynck and Sanctuary Wood Museum.
Is Zillebeke a walkable neighborhood?
Strolling around Zillebeke is easy, with leading attractions like Hotel-Museum Arthur Merghelynck and Sanctuary Wood Museum just a short walk away. Popular neighborhoods like Belgian Westhoek and Hollebeke are also located only 2 miles and 2 miles from the center of Zillebeke, so you can keep your adventure going — no car required.
What are some activities to do in Zillebeke with kids?
If you're looking for attractions and activities for all of your group, take a look at these fantastic ideas for what to do in Zillebeke with kids.

What to do in Zillebeke for adults?
Lille Gate is one of the main things to do in Zillebeke. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Zillebeke?
You won't have to go out of your way to find free things to do in Zillebeke. Just ask a local tour guide and they'll have great suggestions for attractions and places you can enjoy at no charge. A good free option for your trip itinerary is Saint James' Church.