Discover, in the historic surroundings shaped by the Battle of the Bulge, an exceptional collection of vehicles, armoured vehicles and artillery pieces, some of which took part in the Second World War. The site is also home to Europe’s largest workshop dedicated to the restoration of historic vehicles.
Available options:
- Guided tour — Armoured Vehicles in the Second World War
- Guided tour — The Vehicle Restoration Center (optional)
- Self-guided visit for younger children — children’s activity poster or On the Tracks discovery booklet
Reservations: booking.bastogne@whi.be
Practical information and descriptions below ⬇️
Armoured Vehicles in the Second World War
This tour will take you on a journey of discovery through Bastogne Barracks and some of its treasures. Participants will discover some of the legendary armoured vehicles of the Second World War and learn about their use during the conflict, from the battles of May - June 1940 to the Battle of the Bulge, via the Eastern Front and the North African desert.
Target audience: adults and teenagers.
The Vehicle Restoration Center (optional)
Discover Europe’s largest historic vehicle restoration centre and get a behind-the-scenes look at the restoration of our collection vehicles! This tour is led by the mechanics at Bastogne Barracks, who share their expertise directly from the workshop. The tour focuses on how armoured vehicles work, including their engines, mobility and other mechanical aspects, as well as the techniques used to restore this unique rolling heritage. It is ideal for enthusiasts and those with a particular interest in historic vehicles.
The VRC tour lasts 1 hour and is available as an additional option to the standard guided tour, upon request when making your reservation.
- Duration: 2 hours (+ 1 hour for the VRC, optional)
- Price: €87 per group on weekdays (€97 on weekends) + €7 per adult
- Booking: advance booking is required at least 3 weeks before the chosen date.
- Languages: French, Dutch and English.
- Maximum: 25 people per guide.
- Reservations: booking.bastogne@whi.be !
Visiting with the family or with children?
Two activity resources are available at the reception desk to help families discover the collections while having fun.
• A children’s activity poster (for young visitors aged 5 and over) features games, puzzles and fun riddles on one side, and a fun surprise to take home and build on the other.
• “On the Tracks” is a family discovery booklet for children aged 8 and over. Full of colourful activities and fun facts for both children and adults, it invites families to explore our rich collections alongside our mascot, Tanky.