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Accessibility
Ypres is located at the end of the A19 (Kortrijk E17 junction) and is easily accessible by car.
Ypres is also easily accessible by train and public transport from De Lijn.
From Nieuwpoort and Diksmuide you can take a boat to the Ypres marina.
Cab
Looking for a cab in the area? Book your ride in advance at:
Cab Leo
+32 57 20 04 13
info@tax ileo.be
https:// www.taxileo.be/
Cab Vantom
Only with advance reservation, not immediately.
+32 492 17 64 28
info@taxivantom.be
www.taxivantom.be
Accessibility
The city center of Ypres dates back to the Middle Ages. The streets and sidewalks were rebuilt after World War I following this medieval example, using original and typical materials and cobblestones. Original and typical materials and cobblestones were used. The 17th century fortifications surrounding the city served as a defensive wall, making the center not perfectly accessible.
However, many efforts were made to make accessibility as optimal as possible, without compromising the charming character of the center streets.
- The fortifications are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers in 9 places.
- The In Flanders Fields Museum and Yper Museum have an elevator.
Some wheelchairs are also available on loan for both museums.
Ask for info at the museum desk. - The area under the Menin Gate is easily accessible for wheelchairs.
For people in wheelchairs, seats can be assigned at the front.
Speak to the stewards before the start of the ceremony. - Most cemeteries are accessible with a little help here and there. In many cases, an alternate entrance with ramp is provided in the cemetery.
- Trenches are not accessible because of their construction.
Public restrooms
There are public restrooms in several places. These are open during the day, until approximately 8 p.m. After these hours, please refer to the various catering establishments in the center.
You can find the toilets at the following locations:
- Sint-Maartensplein Ieper - near the Donkerpoort, under the Belfry
- Near the Kruitmagazijn on the Esplanade - fortifications
- Cloth Halls - Yper Museum (only during opening hours)
- Cloth Halls - In Flanders Fields Museum (only during opening hours)
- Cloth Halls - Tourist Office (only during opening hours)
