Waterloo Essentials

Waterloo is synonymous with the 1815 battle that reshaped European history. This selection covers the core sites of the conflict, from the 40-meter-high Lion's Mound and the circular Panorama painting to the underground Memorial museum. In the town center, the Wellington Museum occupies the Duke’s former headquarters, while the 18th-century Church of Saint Joseph contains commemorative plaques for the fallen. Together, these sites offer a comprehensive look at the battlefield's geography and the military strategies of Napoleon and Wellington.

Battle of Waterloo

The Battle of Waterloo was fought on Sunday 18 June 1815, near Waterloo, marking the end of the Napoleonic Wars.

Lion's Mound

The Lion's Mound is a large conical artificial hill in the municipality of Braine-l'Alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium.

Museum

Located at the foot of the Lion's Mound, this underground museum features immersive scenography, 4D films, and a collection of military uniforms and artifacts related to the 1815 conflict.

Panorama

Housed in a circular building, this 110-meter-long panoramic painting by Louis Dumoulin dates to 1912. It depicts key moments of the cavalry charges with a 360-degree perspective and sound effects.

Wellington Museum

Set in the 18th-century inn where the Duke of Wellington established his headquarters, this museum displays his personal belongings, battlefield maps, and documents detailing the Allied victory.