American military cemeteries near Bastogne (and how to find a relative)
There is no American cemetery in Bastogne itself. The soldiers who fell there rest in three cemeteries maintained by the American Battle Monuments Commission, all within two hours' drive.
Updated September 27, 2026 · By the info-lux newsroom, Bastogne
Three ABMC cemeteries are close to Bastogne:
- The Luxembourg American Cemetery in Hamm, Luxembourg City, about 1 hr 10 min away. It holds 5,076 graves, including General George S. Patton's.
- The Ardennes American Cemetery at Neupré, near Liège, about 1 hr 15 min away. It holds more than 5,100 graves.
- Henri-Chapelle, east of Liège, about 1 hr 45 min away. It holds 7,992 graves.
All three are free. To find a relative, search the ABMC database on abmc.gov, then contact the cemetery staff before you travel.
Luxembourg American Cemetery (Hamm) — Patton's grave
In a wooded setting on the edge of Luxembourg City lie 5,076 American servicemen, most of whom died in the Battle of the Bulge and the push to the Rhine. General George S. Patton Jr., commander of the Third Army that relieved Bastogne, is buried at the front of the graves, among his men. He is the only four-star general buried in an ABMC cemetery. It is an easy stop on the way to or from Luxembourg Airport. Nearby is the German military cemetery of Sandweiler.
Ardennes American Cemetery (Neupré)
South of Liège, at Neuville-en-Condroz (municipality of Neupré), the Ardennes American Cemetery was dedicated in 1960. It holds more than 5,100 American war dead, many of them airmen, and a memorial with maps of the campaigns. Some soldiers first buried at Recogne, near Bastogne, were moved here after the war.
Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery
On a ridge east of Liège, near the German border, 7,992 Americans rest in 57 acres of lawn. Many were killed in the Battle of the Bulge and the advance into Germany in late 1944 and early 1945. Soldiers first buried at Recogne were also moved here.
How to find a family member
- Search the ABMC burials and memorials database on abmc.gov. It covers soldiers buried overseas and those listed on the Tablets of the Missing.
- Many families chose to bring their soldiers home after the war. If your relative is not in the ABMC database, he may be buried in the United States.
- Email the cemetery before your trip. Staff can escort you to the grave and explain the ceremony options.
- Bring the soldier's unit (division, regiment, company). Then use the Bastogne museums and the siege timeline to trace where he fought.
Practical tips
- ABMC cemeteries are usually open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed on December 25 and January 1. Check abmc.gov for current hours.
- Admission and parking are free. Dress respectfully; these are places of rest, not attractions.
- Around Memorial Day, local communities hold ceremonies and families "adopt" graves. Many Belgians and Luxembourgers have tended the same American grave for decades.
Practical information
| Luxembourg American Cemetery | Hamm, Luxembourg City · 5,076 burials · Patton's grave · ~60 miles / 1 hr 10 min from Bastogne |
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| Ardennes American Cemetery | Neupré (Neuville-en-Condroz), near Liège · 5,100+ burials · ~1 hr 15 min |
| Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery | Plombières, east of Liège · 7,992 burials · ~1 hr 45 min |
| Admission | Free |
| Search a name | abmc.gov |
Frequently asked questions
Is there an American cemetery in Bastogne?
No. The American soldiers killed at Bastogne were first buried in a temporary cemetery at Recogne, then moved to the Henri-Chapelle and Ardennes (Neupré) American cemeteries, or repatriated to the United States.
Where is General Patton buried?
At the Luxembourg American Cemetery in Hamm, Luxembourg City, about 1 hr 10 min from Bastogne. He died in December 1945 after a car accident in Germany and was buried among his soldiers.
How can I find where my grandfather is buried in Europe?
Search the American Battle Monuments Commission database on abmc.gov by name. If he is not listed, his family may have had him brought home after the war.
Are the American cemeteries free?
Yes. The ABMC cemeteries are free and are usually open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except December 25 and January 1.
Sources: American Battle Monuments Commission (abmc.gov), Visit Luxembourg, Wikipedia, Maison du Tourisme du Pays de Bastogne. Opening hours and prices change: check the official website before your visit. Written in English by the info-lux newsroom, independent regional news media based in the Belgian province of Luxembourg.