Private Bastogne War Museum, Battlefields and Barracks Tour

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1. Located near the iconic Mardasson Memorial, the Bastogne War Museum offers an immersive, two-hour journey into the Second World War, with a special focus on the Battle of the Bulge. Through interactive displays and powerful exhibits, visitors gain insight into both the personal and collective impact of the war. Designed to engage all ages, this museum skillfully blends history with technology, making it a compelling tribute to the resilience of those who endured one of the war’s most intense battles.

   2 hAdmission included

2. During the Battle of the Bulge in the winter of 1944-1945, this dense forest was occupied by the American 101st Airborne Division, specifically the renowned Easy Company. The soldiers endured harsh conditions, digging foxholes for protection against intense German artillery and mortar fire. These foxholes remain visible today, serving as poignant reminders of the soldiers' resilience and the brutal realities of war. The site has become a place of pilgrimage, allowing visitors to reflect on the sacrifices made during one of the most pivotal battles of the Second World War. A phone app is available for immersive videos showing the experience of the American soldiers during the challenging moments of the Battle of the Bulge.

   1 hAdmission included

3. During the lunch break (lunch not included) in Bastogne's charming city center, we'll discover a destroyed Sherman M4A3 tank next to General McAuliffe's bust, sitting on the square named after him surrounded by quaint restaurants. There will be time if you want visit the "Museum of the Pork" full of local ham and sausage specialties, the Bastogne Battle Shop with war souvenirs and the 16th Century St Pierre church.

   2 h

4. The Bastogne Barracks is a historic WWII site northeast of Bastogne, originally a Belgian military post and later the U.S. VIII Corps headquarters during the Battle of the Bulge. Here, Brigadier General McAuliffe famously replied “NUTS!” to a German surrender demand. Now an interpretation center, it features a vast exhibit of WWII vehicles, artillery, and artifacts, including the iconic Sherman Jumbo tank. The "Mechanised Warfare" and "Battle of the Bulge" galleries bring history to life, making it a must-visit for anyone exploring this pivotal moment in WWII history.

   1 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Reims

• Its from-price is 102% above the median of the 168 experiences we list in Reims.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 79 of 168.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Reims

Reims, the city of Champagne, is known for the cathedral where French kings were crowned and for the chalk cellars beneath its champagne houses.

Reims Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece of the thirteenth century, was the coronation church of most French kings, and its façade is covered in statues, including the Smiling Angel. Inside, stained-glass windows by Marc Chagall glow in the apse. Beside it, the Palais du Tau, the former archbishop's palace, holds treasures from the coronations, and the Basilica of Saint-Remi shows earlier Romanesque and Gothic work.

Top-ranked sights in Reims: Reims Cathedral of Notre Dame (Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims), Pommery Champagne (Domaine Pommery), House of Mumm (Maison Mumm).

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