The Domain of the Battle of Waterloo 1815

Buried at the foot of the Lion’s Mound, the Memorial Museum lets you relive one of the most tumultuous periods in our history, as if you were there.

This museum offers a unique multi-sensory experience for all ages:

• Feast your eyes on the historical costume gallery.
• Feel the thrill of battle, galloping with the horses, as you watch the 4D movie.
• Let your fingers scroll across the museum’s touch screens.

A smartphone app guides you through the museum.
Available languages: French, Dutch, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese
Wheelchairs are available free of charge on request at the reception.

Remember to bring a fully charged smartphone and headphones.

Climb 226 steps to the summit of The Lion’s Mound, a 40-meter-high hill built in 1826 at the spot where the Prince of Orange was wounded. From the top, a cast-iron lion overlooks the battlefield where visitors can enjoy a unique panoramic view of the entire site, a powerful reminder of monarchical victory.

Discover this immense fresco, 110m in circumference and 12m high, created in 1912 by Frenchman Louis Dumoulin to celebrate the centenary of the battle. The Panorama illustrates a key moment in the battle as it rages. Plunge into the heart of the Battle of Waterloo thanks to an impressive sound system.

Known as the last authentic witness of the Battle of Waterloo, Hougoumont is its most emblematic and best-preserved monument. Occupied by the British, it was fiercely contested on June 18, 1815.

The Duke of Wellington declared: « The success of the battle turned upon the closing of the gates at Hougoumont ».

Explore the site with its captivating sound and light show and a new museum space.

A tearoom is available on site for drinks and snacks.

Staying at the Hougoumont Farm is a unique experience, immersing you right in the heart of the Waterloo battlefield.

In this place steeped in history, two distinct experiences await:

• The guesthouse, located in the former farmhouse, combines old-world charm with modern comfort. The authenticity of the old stone walls and the tranquility of the surrounding countryside create a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere.
• Bivouacs : for a more unusual experience, sleep in tents under the stars in a truly unique setting.

Whether you choose the comfort of the guesthouse or the adventure of the bivouacs, your stay at the Hougoumont Farm will remain a unique memory, blending history, authenticity and a change of scenery.

Information and reservations are available here.