Ypres Town Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery and Extension, Ypres

Name: Ypres Town Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery and Extension
Address: Ypres, Belgium

#15 among attractions in Ypres

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Ypres Town Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery and Extension, Ypres

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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. ()

Coordinates: 50°51'14"N, 2°53'52"E

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Ypres Town Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery and Extension – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1660 ftSW
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Historical place
Menin Gate, Ypres
9 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...
0.6 miW
Reconstructed cloth market from 1304
Ypres Cloth Hall, Ypres
15 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 miW
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...
0.6 miW
Displays on WWI and regular events
In Flanders Fields Museum, Ypres
15 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...
1.6 miNW
Memorial
Site John McCrae
42 min walk • Nestled in the serene landscape of Flanders, Belgium, lies a poignant reminder of the past—Site John McCrae. This memorial is dedicated to the Canadian physician, poet, and soldier Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, who penned the iconic war poem "In Flanders Fields."...
0.7 miW
Church
Saint George's Memorial Church, Ypres
17 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...
1.6 miNW
Cemetery, Historical place
Essex Farm Cemetery, Ypres
41 min walk • Essex Farm Cemetery stands as a poignant reminder of the brutal realities of World War I, located near the city of Ypres in Belgium. This solemn site is the final resting place for soldiers who fought in the surrounding Flanders fields, a region that witnessed some of...
0.7 miSW
Cemetery
Ramparts Cemetery, Ypres
19 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...
0.9 miW
Cemetery
Ypres Reservoir Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery, Ypres
23 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.
0.6 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museum Godshuis Belle, Ypres
15 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 miSE
Cemetery
Perth Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery
34 min walk • Perth Cemetery is a Commonwealth War Graves Commission burial ground for the dead of the First World War located near Ypres in Belgium on the Western Front.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ypres Town Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery and Extension?

Nearby attractions include Menin Gate, Ypres (9 min walk), Sint-Jacobskerk, Ypres (11 min walk), Menin Road South Military Cemetery, Ypres (11 min walk), Abbey of Onze-Lieve-Vrouw ter Nieuwe Plant, Ypres (12 min walk).

How to get to Ypres Town Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery and Extension by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ypres Town Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery and Extension:

Bus

Ieper Ligywijk • Lines: 94 (4 min walk)
Ieper Bascule • Lines: 50, 84, 94 (4 min walk)

Train

Ieper (26 min walk)
Station Ieper (26 min walk)