Waterloo 1815

Napoleon’s Last Headquarters is the only Napoleonic museum in Belgium. It was at this former farmhouse that Napoleon devised his strategy and drew up his battle plans.Located 4 km from the Mound of the Lion, the museum’s authentic period interior is home to a host of items of which the majority come from the French army, and they include the Emperor’s camp bed.In the layout of the Last Headquarters, visitors will be better able to soak up this historic location and gain a better understanding of history, while having fun. The focus is on the events of the night of 17 to 18 June and many stories from civil and military life. Audio guides tracing the course of the Battle will accompany you from room to room, following the fate of various protagonists.To guarantee access for all, the museum has developed different reading levels for adults and children. Particular attention is also paid to those with mobility problems, the partially sighted and the hard of hearing.

This freshly renovated bed and breakfast for 4 people boasts 3 well-appointed rooms in a quiet setting within easy reach of a number of golf courses.

Villa offering a B&B room in quiet and green surroundings adjacent to Braine-l'Alleud.

This beautiful villa, close to the centre of Waterloo, welcomes you in a peaceful and very comfortable setting.The incredible garden and swimming pool are ideal if you are looking for a relaxing break.

"Les Pensées" offers a double room.It has a terrace, access to the garden and an en-suite bathroom with a shower.

A stone’s throw from the Lion’s Mound, beneath the vaults of an impressively renovated sugar refinery, the chef takes you on a culinary voyage with emphasis on fresh produce.The menu puts its own exotic twist on local recipes.

Le Boucher du Maximus is located facing the large plains of the Waterloo battlefield. This modern and fully renovated restaurant will serve you prime cuts of meat. Every week Le Boucher goes in search of the best produce. They are cooked on a lava stone grill to ensure cooking similar to your barbecue.

At the foot of the famous Lion’s Mound try the delicious and sophisticated cuisine in the ‘day before the battle’ ambiance at the Bivouac de l'Empereur.This fully renovated restaurant serves authentic cuisine.Also enjoy the lovely terrace with a wonderful view over the Mound.

A brasserie restaurant that offers "grandmother" style cuisine revisited with a modern twist!

"La Cuisine au Vert" is open for lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday. The menu features the great classics and some monthly suggestions including a traditional Belgian dish. Whether indoors or out in the garden, the chef serves up refined, healthy and varied dishes, accompanied by a wine list which will satisfy amateurs and experts alike.

At Novabirra, create and brew your own beer recipe! In the space of 2 days, the magic of the communion between water, hops, malt and yeast will no longer hold any secrets for you. There are also zythology workshops, with tasting classes or a one-day brewing course, which can be used as teambuilding sessions!

A micro-distillery was set up quite recently at Mont-Saint-Jean farm. This place infused with history, character and authenticity is now rediscovering a tradition of yesteryear, by embarking on the distillation of high-quality gin and whisky. At the time, there was already a distillery on the site because it was an effective way of transforming out-of-date beer. Waterloo beer is the base component of both Waterloo gin and whisky. The only difference is that the whisky distillate is not altered in any way at all, while various spices and plants are added during the manufacturing process to enhance the flavour of the gin. The whisky won't be available till 2020.

Having heard that Waterloo beer restored energy and valour in those who drank it, the Duke of Wellington allowed his men to drink it to boost their strength and courage on the eve of the Battle of Waterloo. With the English victory on 18 June 1815, the legend of Waterloo was born. Waterloo today is among John Martin’s prestigious Finest Beer Selection, along with the likes of Guinness, Gordon and Timmermans. A micro-brewery has been opened at Mont-Saint-Jean Farm, which was where the Duke of Wellington set up the English hospital during the battle in 1815.

At the reception of the general administration you will find all the tourist information for the region

At the Tourist Office of Waterloo you will receive all the information you need for a pleasant stay at the heart of the 1815 Battlefield!The whole team will also take the opportunity to give you no end of practical tips for visiting Waterloo and the surrounding area

Discover this immense panoramic frieze (circumference 110m, height 12m) made in 1912 by Louis Dumoulin. The Panorama illustrates a key point in the battle, when it was at its height. Plunge into the heart of the Battle thanks to an impressive soundscape.

The Lion's Mound gives a unique view of the battlefield after a memorable climb of 226 steps. This 40m tumulus was erected on the spot where it is thought that the Prince of Orange was wounded before he became the King of the Netherlands. The Mound symbolizes the victory of the allied monarchies.

This monument pays tribute to 42 Anglo-German officers who died on the battlefields of Waterloo.

Pour répondre au souhait du marquis de Gastañaga, qualifié de Gouverneur de Belgique (Pays-Bas espagnols), la Chapelle Royale fut érigée en 1690 avec le voeu, non réalisé, de voir naître un héritier au roi Charles II d'Espagne, comme l'indique l'inscription latine figurant sur le tympan du fronton triangulaire. Cette imposante coupole de style baroque, au plan quadrilobé, est le dernier monument belge de l'époque espagnole. Une nef, qui constituera le bâtiment de l'église, sera ajoutée au XIXe siècle. La flèche du clocher ne sera placée qu'en 1899.

On June 15th 1815, the Duke of Wellington decided to establish his field hospital at the farm of Mont-Saint-Jean. During and after the battle of Waterloo, near 6000 soldiers were treated there.This former, hardly ever sanitized hospital is now a museum. Discover the work of surgeons in times of war, the surgical instruments used, the weapons, uniforms, ammunition ... with an impressive recontextualisation of the facts.Stories and illustrations of the work of the Scottish surgeon Charles Bell, present at the site in June 1815, are also on show.The broader history of the farm is also presented. More than eight centuries old, it was occupied by the Order of Malta, turned into a farm and housed a brewery. Take the opportunity to enjoy the Waterloo beer, brewed on site.

Discover the site of the battle of 18th June 1815 where 300 000 men from 7 nations clashed. The Memorial 1815 pass combines various attractions linked to the Waterloo Battlefield:- After a memorable climb of 226 steps, the Lion's Mound gives you a unique view of the battlefield.- Buried at the foot of the Lion's Mound, the Memorial allows you to experience one of the most turbulent times in our History as if you were there.- An immense panoramic frieze (circumference 110m, height 12m) made in 1912 takes you to the heart of the battle with an impressive soundtrack.- Last authentic witness of the battle, the Hougoumont Farm provides a unique setting: 4 exhibition rooms coupled with a multimedia show.

Surprises abound in the ancient headquarters of the Duke of Wellington, the future Prince of Waterloo. This is where he slept on the nights of 17 and 18 June 1815, and where he drafted his victory announcement.By means of authentic souvenirs, weapons, etchings, the 14 museum rooms trace the events of the times and perpetuate the memory of the nations and troops that took part in the fray.The museum also offers several guided tours:●       Classic: 1 or 2 hours with a professional tour guide, adapted to all ages and audiences.●       Family: with a guide dressed as an English soldier.●       corporate: adapted for teambuilding and complimentary drink●       School groups (nursery, primary and secondary): adapted guided tour covering the period from the French Revolution to the end of the Napoleonic Empire, as well as the history of the Battle of Waterloo.

Nestled on the edge of the majestic Sonian forest, in the heart of the legendary Waterloo region, the Van der Valk Hotel invites you to an unforgettable experience, combining elegance and comfort. The spacious and light-filled rooms promise you a most pleasant stay.Enjoy refined and tasty cuisine in the restaurant ‘La Sucrerie’, where the talented chef highlights the local delicacies. A top-class service will ensure that every moment of your stay is exceptional.Closeby are the famous battlefields, witnesses of a captivating historical past, as well as the famous Lion of Waterloo. For golf enthusiasts, the hotel is a true paradise, with many renowned courses nearby.After an exciting day, relax on the terrace, where you will find a soothing setting in which to unwind. Let yourself be lulled by the perfect harmony between tradition and passion for golf that characterises the Van der Valk Hotel Waterloo.Whether you are looking for history, an escape into nature or a memorable round of golf, the hotel is the ideal choice to experience privileged moments in the heart of a region steeped in charm and grandeur.

This hotel is situated in the town centre, near the business quarter, not far from the site of the Battle of Waterloo.