Bastogne

Bastogne stands at 484 meters above sea level in the Luxembourg province, where seven major roads intersect in the Belgian Ardennes region.

The town gained international recognition during World War II when American forces defended it against German troops during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944.

The Mardasson Memorial, shaped like a five-pointed American star, contains engravings of the 50 US states and chronicles the Battle of the Bulge events.

The Bastogne War Museum presents military artifacts, personal stories, and multimedia exhibits about the World War II siege through four different character perspectives.

General McAuliffe's one-word response 'NUTS!' to German surrender demands in 1944 became a symbol of American determination during World War II.

Location: Arrondissement of Bastogne

Capital city: Bastogne

Elevation above the sea: 484 m

Part of: Centre Ardenne Police Zone, Emergency zone Luxembourg

Shares border with: Houffalize, La Roche-en-Ardenne, Vaux-sur-Sûre, Fauvillers, Boulaide, Lac de la Haute-Sûre, Winseler, Wincrange, Sainte-Ode, Tenneville

Phone: +3261240900

Email: info@bastogne.be

Website: https://bastogne.be

GPS coordinates: 50.00417,5.72000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:11