Rijselpoort, Ypres

#24 among attractions in Ypres

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Rijselpoort is a place located in Ypres (Vlaanderen region) and belongs to the category of city gate.

It is situated at an altitude of 66 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 50°50'40"N latitude and 2°53'25"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Rijselpoort is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Ieper Rijselpoort (bus, 2 min walk), Ieper (train, 17 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Ramparts Cemetery (cemetery, 2 min walk), Sint-Jacobskerk (church, 11 min walk), Museum Godshuis Belle (museum, 11 min walk).

Coordinates: 50°50'40"N, 2°53'25"E

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Nearby attractions include: Menin Gate, Ypres Cloth Hall, St Martin's Cathedral, In Flanders Fields Museum.

0.5 miN
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Historical place
Menin Gate, Ypres
14 min walk • The Menin Gate stands as a poignant memorial in the historic city of Ypres, Belgium, dedicated to the British and Commonwealth soldiers who were killed in the Ypres Salient of World War I and whose graves are unknown. This grandiose archway, inaugurated on July 24...
0.5 miNW
Reconstructed cloth market from 1304
Ypres Cloth Hall, Ypres
14 min walk • The Ypres Cloth Hall, located in the heart of the city of Ypres, Belgium, stands as a testament to the region's rich medieval history and its resilience through the devastating events of the 20th century. This grand structure, originally built in the 13th century, was...
0.6 miNW
Church, Gothic architecture
St Martin's Cathedral, Ypres
15 min walk • St Martin's Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady, stands as a beacon of historical and architectural significance in the city of Ypres, Belgium. With its roots stretching back to the 13th century, this remarkable church has witnessed the ebb and flow of...
0.5 miNW
Displays on WWI and regular events
In Flanders Fields Museum, Ypres
13 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Ypres, Belgium, the In Flanders Fields Museum offers a poignant journey through the history of World War I. Situated in the iconic Cloth Hall, which was almost entirely destroyed during the war and later meticulously reconstructed, the...
0.6 miNW
Church
Saint George's Memorial Church, Ypres
16 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Ypres, Belgium, Saint George's Memorial Church stands as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. This dignified church was built in the aftermath of the conflict, serving as a tribute to the fallen soldiers...
~240 ftW
Cemetery
Ramparts Cemetery, Ypres
2 min walk • Ramparts Cemetery in Ypres, Belgium, stands as a solemn testament to the sacrifices made during the battles that raged across Flanders fields during World War I. Nestled against the ancient ramparts of the city, this small, yet poignant military cemetery is the final...
0.8 miNW
Cemetery
Ypres Reservoir Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery, Ypres
22 min walk • Ypres Reservoir Cemetery is a Commonwealth War Graves Commission burial ground for the dead of the First World War located in the Ypres Salient on the Western Front.
0.8 miSE
Cemetery
Railway Dugouts Burial Ground
22 min walk • Railway Dugouts Burial Ground is a Commonwealth War Graves Commission burial ground for the dead of the First World War located in the Ypres Salient on the Western Front.
0.4 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museum Godshuis Belle, Ypres
11 min walk • The Museum Godshuis Belle is a small museum in Ypres. Located in the chapel of an old almshouse, it houses the art collection of the Ypres Public Centre for Social Welfare.
1.3 miN
Cemetery
White House Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery, Ypres
33 min walk • White House Cemetery is a Commonwealth War Graves Commission burial ground for the dead of the First World War located in the Ypres Salient on the Western Front in Belgium.
0.7 miNE
Cemetery
Ypres Town Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery and Extension, Ypres
19 min walk • Ypres Town Cemetery and Extension is a Commonwealth War Graves Commission burial ground for the dead of the First World War located in Ypres, Belgium, on the Western Front.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rijselpoort?

Nearby attractions include Ramparts Cemetery, Ypres (2 min walk), Sint-Jacobskerk, Ypres (11 min walk), Museum Godshuis Belle, Ypres (11 min walk), In Flanders Fields Museum, Ypres (13 min walk).

How to get to Rijselpoort by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rijselpoort:

Bus

Ieper Rijselpoort • Lines: 1, 20, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 71, 72, 84, 94, 95 (2 min walk)
Ieper Oudstrijderslaan • Lines: 1, 20, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 71, 72, 84, 89, 94, 95 (5 min walk)

Train

Ieper (17 min walk)
Station Ieper (18 min walk)