National Necropolis of the Great War

Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List

An exceptional site

blending History and technology

Perched on the top of a green hill, a short distance from Liège, Fort de Loncin stands as a silent witness to the most intense pages of History. Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List and the only Belgian fort to have been granted the title of National Necropolis, this 19th-century architectural jewel is not merely a relic of the past: it is an immersive experience, a place where every stone whispers stories of courage, innovation and resilience.

A living experience

full of emotion and discovery

Picture a maze of underground galleries, vaulted corridors lit by the glow of lamps, and secret rooms designed to withstand the most violent assaults. Fort de Loncin, built between 1888 and 1891, embodies the military genius of its age. With its shell of reinforced concrete, its gun cupolas and its ingenious ventilation system, it was considered impregnable. Today you can walk through its bowels, touch its thick walls and feel the unique atmosphere of this sleeping giant.

Ready to Live the Adventure?

Fort de Loncin is waiting for you. Dare to step through its gates and let yourself be told the story of those who made this place an eternal symbol of bravery.

price par person

Full rate 10€

Special rates

Groups (10p. min) 8€

Students (id) 8€

Schools 4€

Teachers free

Senior (65y +) 8€

Childs 7-12y 4€

Childs less than 7y free

Fort visits with an audio guide

A visit to the museum and the Fort at your own pace, in complete freedom and with no booking required

From April to September, Thursday to Sunday
From October to March, every Saturday and Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00. Duration: 1 hour 30 to 2 hours FR - NL - EN - DE

Fort visit with a guide

Take the experience further than the audio guide. An experienced guide will show you rooms not usually open. The visit on the 3rd Sunday covers parts of the fort that are not accessible to individual visitors with an audio guide

Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month 14:00. Duration: 2 hours 30 to 3 hours FR

Group visit with a guide (min. 10 people)

by appointment, to be arranged at least one week in advance Duration: 2 hours 30 FR - NL - EN - DE

School visit

by appointment, to be arranged at least one week in advance Duration: 2 hours FR - NL - EN - DE

The history of the Fort

One of the most dramatic episodes of the First World War

On 15 August 1914, the fort lived through one of the most dramatic episodes of the First World War. Under German shells it held out for days, becoming the symbol of Belgian resistance. The final explosion, which cost the lives of 350 soldiers, left a deep mark and made Loncin a poignant place of remembrance. As you visit the casemates and the command posts, you will relive these historic moments, guided by captivating accounts and striking reconstructions.

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