Lange Max Museum, Military museum in Koekelare, Belgium.
The Lange Max Museum is a military museum in Koekelare, Belgium, displaying heavy German artillery and wartime structures from the First World War on the grounds of a former farm. The site combines outdoor remains with indoor exhibits and multimedia presentations that explain the role this location played during the conflict.
During the First World War, German forces installed a massive gun called "Lange Max" at this site, capable of firing at targets far across the channel, including British ports. After the war, the installation was abandoned, but parts of it survived and were eventually turned into a memorial site.
The displays show how the war changed daily life in this part of Belgium, through objects and documents about both soldiers and civilians. The local community's experience during the occupation comes through clearly as you move through the exhibits.
Audio guides in several languages are available, making it easy to move through the exhibits at your own pace. Guided tours can be arranged for groups who want a closer look at the stories behind the site.
The original concrete foundations of the gun platform are still visible on the grounds, giving a sense of how large the installation truly was. A restored German military bakehouse stands nearby, showing how food was prepared for the soldiers stationed here.
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