Measures covid-19

In accordance with government regulations, we have taken all necessary measures to allow our visitors to visit the Fort safely.

When visiting Fort Napoleon please take into account the following measures:

  • A visit is only possible after online reservation. Please arrive at the correct date and time because we work with time slots. Reservations can be made via https://www.fort-napoleon.be/e/tickets

  • Social distancing: the rule is to keep 1.5 meters away from people who are not part of your family. Follow the indications on the ground to do the tour safely.

  • Please disinfect your hands with the provided hand gel when entering and exiting.

  • If possible, a face mask is worn by the visitors.

  • A visit to the exhibition takes about 1.5 hours, a standard visit to the fort takes about 40 minutes.

Prices

  • Adult: €9
  • Child (6-12 years): €7
  • Child (-6 years): free*
  • Groups: €7 (from 10 persons)

*Temporary exposition: paying from 3 years

Opening hours

01/04 - 11/11: 10h - 18h

12/11 - 31/03: 10h - 17h

Closed on monday, except during Belgian holidays

Closed on 25/12 and 01/01

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Getting here

  • By tram: stop Duin and Zee (dune & sea)
  • By car: Fort Napoleon is located on the Oosteroever (eastern bank), at the Koninklijke Baan (N34) between Ostend and Knokke. Follow the signposts. GPS-coordinates: 51.141974 °N 2.56596 °E. There is ample free parking space.
  • By local ferry: A free ferry service is available from the Visserskaai near the Noordzeeaquarium to the Maritiem Plein on the Oosteroever. From the drop off point it's a 15-minute walk to the fort.

Accessibility

Fort Napoleon is fully accessible for both wheelchairs and prams, with the exception of the roof and caponiers. 

Dogs are not allowed, except guide dogs