The fortress of Eben-Emael

The unconquerable Fortress of Eben-Emael became very famous during the overture to the Second World War on 10 May 1940. A small team of German paratroopers managed to gain control of the fortress artillery in less than 15 minutes’ time. 

Visit the Fortress of Eben-Emael, discover the unbelievable adventure that took place during these first moments of the Second World War and learn what daily life was like in this gigantic fortress

Location

Rue du Fort 40, 4690 Bassenge (Eben-Emael)

Open

  • open weekends: 25 and 26 March, 29 and 30 April, 27 and 28 May, 24 and 25 June, 21 July, 26 and 27 August, 23 and 24 September, 28 and 29 October, 25 and 26 November: Always from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

  • In addition: every Saturday and Sunday (except for the closing days) in the months from May to October at 1.30 p.m. exactly.

  • Groups larger than 15 persons: by appointment

  • Closing days: 1, 2, 3 & 4 January, 4 and 11 March, 17 April, 1, 6, 7, 8 and 25 May, 4, 5 and 17 June, 15 August, 9 and 10 September, 7 October, 1, 2 and 11 November, 24, 25, 26 and 31 December.
Duration of tour

2,5 hours
Price

  • 8 euros per adult (with a minimum amount of 120 euros per group)

  • 6 euros per student, teacher or senior citizen (with a minimum amount of 90 euros per group)

  • 4 euros per child under the age of 12 (with a minimum amount of 60 euros per group; the minimum amount only applies to primary schools)

 

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