Last Post as of 17 April 2023

DURING THE RESTORATION OF THE MENIN GATE, THE LAST POST CEREMONY WILL CONTINUE TO TAKE PLACE EACH DAY AT 8.00 P.M..

The restoration of the Menin Gate has started on 17 April 2023. The Commonwealth War Graves Commission aims to complete the works by May 2025.

From Thursday evening 27 April 2023 the daily  Last Post Ceremony will take place on the bridge (see area in blue on the map).

Please follow the indications around/at the Gate as well as the guidelines of the people of the Last Post Association.

It remains possible to lay a wreath and to participate as a band/choir/piper. 

Two pedestrians tunnels will provide visitor access to and from the city and the parking for coaches near the Menin Gate (Hoornwerk) will still be accessible. 

For more information on the restoration of the Menin Gate, please visit the website of the
Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

Click on the map below for a better view.