Add to Basket. Add to Wishlist. What's this? Need a currency converter? Check XE. Pegasus Archive. Available in the following formats: DVD. Last admission at 2 pm. Please take note of our covid precautions before visiting the fort of Eben-Emael. Fort Eben-Emael, constructed between and , was one of the largest fortifications in Europe.
The spectacular and innovative attack on the fortress by an elite unit of German paratroopers on 10 May marked the tragic start of World War II for Western Europe. Visit this immense underground complex with its restored barracks, the infirmary, the museum and experience the terrible explosion in the corridor system. Eben-Emael's guns were silenced within 15 mn, and the strong garrison was forced to surrender after just 31 hours.
The path was now clear for a full-scale German assault into Belgium Eben-Emael still belongs to the Belgian Army and is open for public tours. Its galleries include a museum focusing on the Albert Canal battle and featuring s military material, uniforms, weapons. Preserving this fort intact pays tribute to those who have lived and died there, helps younger generation better understand history and reminds us how absurd war can be.
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Gallery Description Timetable Prices. Belgian school holiday periods February 13 to February 21 inclusive - April 3 to April 18 inclusive - October 30 to November 7 inclusive - December 25 to January 9, inclusive : every day from March 1 to June 15 inclusive: Friday, Saturday, Sunday from June 16 to September 30 inclusive: Tuesday to Sunday inclusive from October 1 to November Friday, Saturday, Sunday Visit by reservation: every day, except Mondays and closing days.
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