Visit without a guide

During a self-guided visit, you will independently explore the impressive underground military complex of Fort Eben-Emael.

You will follow a fixed route through the underground barracks, the museum, the infirmary, and a limited part of the 5-kilometer-long tunnel system on the middle floor. You will get a clear view of the effects of a "shaped charge" explosion and can watch an engaging 15-minute film that provides insight into the fort's history and the attack on May 10, 1940.

 

With a self-guided visit, you do not have access to:

  • The combat bunkers,
  • The gun room of an artillery casemate,
  • The command post.

Allow approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes for the visit.

 

No reservation is required for a self-guided visit.

The fort is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on Mondays (unless that Monday is a Belgian public holiday) and on some closure days. The last entry is at 2:30 PM. Winter closure from the Monday after the Christmas holiday until mid-February.

 

By visiting the fort, you accept our terms and conditions.

Entrance fees 2025
Price per person for visiting without a guide
Regular rate 
18 years and over€12
Reduced rates 
Young people aged 12 to 17€9
Children aged 7 to 11€5
Children under 7 yearsfree
Wheelchair users / EDC card holders / 1 assistant€5
Belgian veterans€5
Teacher card / student card€9
Belgian Military and active employees Belgian Defencefree
Other discounted and promotional rates apply, where applicable, upon payment at the box office
Guided tours

You'll see so much more on a guided tour.

Depending on the type of tour you choose, you will be able to visit a bunker, a casemate, an artillery cupola, the command post, a larger part of the 5Km long tunnel network… and much more!

 

 By visiting the fort, you accept our terms and conditions.

Individually, with friends, family, ...
Individually, with friends, family, ...
Individually, with friends, family, ...

A combination ticket includes a guided tour in a group of around 20 visitors. Tours start on fixed days and times.

Pre-booking is not required, but recommended. The number of places per tour is limited.

Private tours up to 10 people
Private tours up to 10 people
Private tours up to 10 people
(a 'VIP' visit)

Visit the fort with a private guide, exclusively for you and your small group. On any day and time of your choice.

Ideal for families, friends, colleagues, team building,...

Pre-booking is required.

Themed expert tours
Themed expert tours
Themed expert tours
(an ‘Expert’ visit)

Let one of our expert guides take you to exclusive parts of the fort.

Tip: visit the fort in advance as an individual or in a (private) group.

Pre-booking is required.

Full day visit
Full day visit
Full day visit
(a 'Top' visit)

You design your programme à la carte together with your guide.

On any day and time of your choice.

Pre-booking is required.

Groups of 11 or more
Groups of 11 or more
Groups of 11 or more
(...and no maximum group size)

Always with a guide and tailored to the group. On day and time of your choice.

History for everyone!

Pre-booking is required.

School groups
School groups
School groups
(history in practice)

For primary and secondary schools.

Choice between interior only and interior & exterior tours.

Always with a guide. Pre-booking is required.

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During the long weekend of August 15th, we will be opening our doors with extra hospitality!
During the long weekend of August 15th, we will be opening our doors with extra hospitality!

Young or old, everyone is welcome to explore this gigantic underground fortress.

Our guides bring the past to life with stories, anecdotes, and impressive facts.

🐾 Good to know: four-legged friends are welcome!

So, feel free to bring your four-legged best friend along for an outing you can enjoy together. 🐕