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King Albert I Monument (Westfront Nieuwpoort)

King Albert I Monument (Westfront Nieuwpoort)

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King Albert I Monument (Westfront Nieuwpoort)

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Location: Nieuwpoort, Veurne, West Flanders, Flanders, Belgium

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May 6, 2025

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The King Albert I Monument in Nieuwpoort was erected in 1938 in honour of King Albert I and the Belgian troops during the First World War. The monument, designed by …

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Westfront Nieuwpoort is an impressive visitor centre that tells the story of the strategic flooding of the IJzervlakte during the First World War. Situated under the imposing King Albert I monument at the De Ganzepoot lock complex, the centre brings the history of Nieuwpoort to life with interactive exhibitions, authentic objects and an immersive 180° projection of the IJzer panorama.

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September 19, 2019

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Interesting monument, a good place to stop and take a break

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Location: Nieuwpoort, Veurne, West Flanders, Flanders, Belgium

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