If you’re planning a visit to Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery and Memorial in Belgium—an especially meaningful stop for anyone tracing the story of the Battle of the Bulge—be aware that renovations to the front entrance are ongoing through November 2026, according to the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC). See the official notice here: ABMC – Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery Renovations.
What’s changing for visitors
ABMC’s alert highlights several practical impacts during the renovation period:
No bus parking will be available.
Parking for other vehicles will be limited.
Visitor access will shift to a different entry point: use the entrance at the rear of the north parking lot to reach the cemetery and monument.
Monument entry will be via steps in the cemetery (i.e., access is not through the usual front entrance).
Visit-planning tip
Given the parking constraints, it’s wise to allow extra time and consider traveling in smaller vehicles or carpooling when possible. For general background as you plan your stop, ABMC also maintains the site information page: About Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery.