Langemark German war cemetery
Langemark German war cemetery is a national or military cemetery in Langemark-Poelkapelle, Belgium. It was established in 1932. It holds part of UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Wikidata records 2 notable interments here, including Werner Voß, Oskar Halecki.
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At a glance
| Location | 🇧🇪 Langemark-Poelkapelle, Belgium |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 50.92056, 2.91667 (source: Wikidata) |
| Established | 1932 |
| Type | National and military, Historic and heritage |
| Era | Early 1900s |
| Heritage status | part of UNESCO World Heritage Site |
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Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Source: Google Places. Last checked 2026-07-23. Hours can change, confirm with the cemetery before visiting.
Notable interments
2 notable figures are documented here in Wikidata, each with a Wikipedia article and recorded burial place.
- Werner Voß (1897–1917), soldier, aircraft pilot, military personnel
- Oskar Halecki (1891–1973), historian of Eastern Europe, medievalist, university teacher
Common questions
Where is Langemark German war cemetery?
Langemark German war cemetery is in Langemark-Poelkapelle, Belgium, at coordinates 50.9206, 2.9167.
When was Langemark German war cemetery established?
Langemark German war cemetery was established in 1932, according to Wikidata.
Who is buried at Langemark German war cemetery?
Wikidata documents 2 notable interments at Langemark German war cemetery, including Werner Voß, Oskar Halecki.
Records and sources
- Wikidata: Q472573 (CC0, the source for the facts on this page)
- Wikipedia article
- Burial records on Find a Grave (external, not affiliated)
Related terms
- War GraveHeritage StatusNotable intermentInterment
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Resting Places. "Langemark German war cemetery, Langemark-Poelkapelle, Belgium." restingplaces.site. Wikidata source record: Q472573. https://restingplaces.site/cemeteries/langemark-german-war-cemetery/
BibTeX
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