1. Vladslo German War Cemetery is located in Vladslo, a village in the Flanders region of Belgium. The cemetery is the final resting place for over 25,000 German soldiers who perished during World War I. It is one of the largest German military cemeteries in Western Europe.
One of the most notable features of the cemetery is the sculpture \"The Grieving Parents\" by artist Käthe Kollwitz. The poignant statue depicts a grieving couple mourning the loss of their son, who was killed in the war. The sculpture is a powerful symbol of the devastation and loss experienced by families during wartime.
Vladslo German War Cemetery is a somber and peaceful place, with rows of white crosses marking the graves of the fallen soldiers. Visitors often come to pay their respects and reflect on the tragic events of World War I.
2. The cemetery is open daily from 8am to 6pm. While there is no phone number specifically for the cemetery, you can contact the German War Graves Commission (Volksbund Deutsche Kriegsgräberfürsorge) for more information at +49 (0) 1806-999-000.
3. Entry to Vladslo German War Cemetery is free of charge. The cemetery is easily accessible by car and there is parking available nearby. Alternatively, visitors can also reach the cemetery by public transportation, such as buses or trains, followed by a short walk from the nearest stop.
