In the IJzer Tower you will find the Museum on the IJzer. It tells the story of the Belgian-German front during World War I through the stories of soldiers, refugees and civilians on both sides of the front.

From the top of the 84 meter high tower you have a wonderful panoramic view over Diksmuide and the Westhoek.

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January 25, 2023

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The IJzertoren in Diksmuide is a monument commemorating the Flemish soldiers who died during the First World War. The original tower was built between 1928 and 1930, but was blown …

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May 16, 2024

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Impressive and at the same time oppressive.
Pure history.
More information: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yserturm?wprov=sfla1

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