Waterloo & Beyond - Antony Mason

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Résumé :
Two centuries have passed since the Battle of Waterloo, but its pivotal significance in European history remains unchallenged. This guide provides the keys to reading the battlefield landscape, and enjoying the wider charms of its corner of Belgium.

Sommaire:
Introduction Chapter 1 General Information Practical information Getting there and away , Getting around , When to visit , Tours and tourist information , Festivals and events , Security and safety , What to see and do History History of the Battle of Waterloo , Historical timeline Chapter 2 The Guide Orientation The main sights The battlefield , Ferme de Hougoumont , Ferme de Mont-Saint-Jean Ferme du Caillou , Battle buildings not open to the public; Waterloo Town The main battlefield monuments At Wellington's crossroads; Near La Belle Alliance , At Plancenoit Chapter 3 Walks, Tours and Excursions A walk around the battlefield , A battlefield tour by car , La Route Napoleon en Wallonie , Excursions around Waterloo [1] Fondation Folon and the Domaine Solvay , [2] Wavre , [3] Louvain-la-Neuve , [4] Abbaye de Villers , [5] Nivelles Chapter 4 Where to Stay and Eat Where to stay Hotels , Bed and breakfast , Campsites Where to eat and drink Waterloo Town , Waterloo battlefield , Plancenoit Appendix 1 Language Appendix 2 Further Information Index