EVENT
| RAILWAY TO LIBERTY |
 | 23 en 24 May 2026 |
 | Stoomtrein Maldegem-Eeklo |
| 24 May: from 10h00 until 15u10 Meet and greet ‘Allo ‘Allo at station Maldegem |
Attention: on Sunday 24 May, the Battle Train is fully booked, but you can still experience the show in Balgerhoeke (15:40) from the camp by taking another train.
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Railway To Liberty returns to Stoomtrein Maldegem-Eeklo!
This event is organised by the non-profit association Codus, in collaboration with Stoomtrein Maldegem‑Eeklo.
The Second World War lies far behind us. Today, peace and freedom define our region. In 1945, the railways played a crucial role in the liberation. On 23 and 24 May 2026, CODUS and Stoomtrein Maldegem‑Eeklo commemorate this historic moment! From the museum station in Maldegem or the station of Eeklo, you can board a 1930s historic train that takes you to a fully reconstructed Second World War army camp. Nothing is left to chance: uniforms, tents, vehicles… everything looks and feels authentic. And to top it all off, a spectacular WWII re‑enactment awaits you.
Meet Lieutenant Gruber, Herr Flick and Helga from ‘Allo ‘Allo!
On Sunday 24 May, they will make a special appearance at this unique event, bringing plenty of humour, atmosphere and nostalgia.
The cast of ‘Allo ‘Allo will be present at Maldegem station from 10:00 to 15:10. (An admission ticket is required and may be booked for any time slot between 10:00 and 15:10.
Ticket types & sessions
(reservation required)
✔️Saturday 23 May: the “Train to Liberty” departs punctually at 14:15! Check‑in from 13:30 until 14:00 at the latest..(sold out)
✔️Sunday 24 May: two options are available:
- Battletrein ride (sold out) + visit to the Railway To Liberty site and Stoomtrein Maldegem‑Eeklo Exclusive train with on‑board experience. Only accessible with a ticket for this specific ride (departure at 14:15). IMPORTANT: please be present in Maldegem no later than 14:00.
(Return with any train of your choice.) - Visit + ride with Stoomtrein Maldegem‑Eeklo + access to the Railway To Liberty site
Day ticket giving access to Stoomtrein Maldegem‑Eeklo and the Railway To Liberty event site. Valid for departures from Maldegem or Eeklo. IMPORTANT: does not include access to the 14:15 train. You can still experience the show in Balgerhoeke from the camp by taking a different train.
(Return with any train of your choice.)
✔️Tickets cannot be changed. Please check all options carefully before booking.
Prices
| Adults (11+) | € 18,00 |
| Children (4-11) | € 12,00 |
| Children (< 4) | Free |
Online reservation is required!
Saturday 23 May: Battletrein ride + show
(reservation required)
The Train to Liberty takes you back to life in 1945, right into a faithfully reconstructed WWII army camp.
The cast of ‘Allo ‘Allo will not be present on saturday 23 May (but only on sunday 24 may)
Programme:
| 13.30 | Participants are expected at Stoomtrein Maldegem‑Eeklo (Stationsplein 8, Maldegem). Gather on the platform or board the Battletrein. |
| 14.15 | Departure of the “Train to Liberty” from Maldegem. |
| 14.30 | Arrival in Balgerhoeke. Stay alert… unexpected events may occur around the train 👀 |
| 14.55 | Arrival at Eeklo station. |
| 15.20 | Departure from Eeklo. |
| 15.40 | Arrival in Balgerhoeke and transfer to the event site. Start of the show and re‑enactment. After the performance, you can explore the entire camp. |
| 18.30 | Departure from Balgerhoeke to Maldegem. |
| 18.50u | Arrival in Maldegem. |
Sunday 24 May: Multiple train services + Battletrein + show
(reservation required)
As Sundays are regular operating days, more travel options are available.
On Sunday 24 May, Lieutenant Gruber, Herr Flick and Helga will be present at Stoomtrein Maldegem‑Eeklo. They will greet visitors at every departure (up to and including the 15:10 train) from Maldegem station.
The cast of ‘Allo ‘Allo will be present at Maldegem station from 10:00 to 15:10. (An admission ticket is required and may be booked for any time slot between 10:00 and 15:10.)
Timetable:
| Timetable sunday 24 May 2026 |
 |  | | | |  | |
| ** | ||||||
| Maldegem | 11:05 | 11:55 | 13:10 | 14:15 | 15:10 | 17:05 |
| Balgerhoeke – arrival | 11:20 | 12:10 | 13:25 | 14:30 | 15:25 | 17:20 |
| Balgerhoeke – departure | 11:25 | 12:25 | 13:30 | 14:35 | 16:35 | 17:40 |
| Eeklo – arrival | 11:45 | 12:45 | 13:50 | 14:55 | 16:55 | 18:00 |
**Train accessible only with a special “Battletrein” ticket for the 14:15 departure (sold out).
You can still experience the show in Balgerhoeke from the camp by taking a different train.
| | | | | | |
| ** | ||||||
| Eeklo – departure | 11:55 | 13:00 | 14:05 | 15:20 | 17:10 | 18:10 |
| Balgerhoeke – arrival | 12:15 | 13:20 | 14:25 | 15:40 | 17:30 | 18:30 |
| Balgerhoeke – departure | 12:20 | 13:35 | 14:40 | 16:30 | 17:35 | 18:35 |
| Maldegem | 12:35 | 13:50 | 14:55 | 16:45 | 17:50 | 18:50 |
**Train accessible only with a special “Battletrein” ticket for the 14:15 departure (sold out).
You can still experience the show in Balgerhoeke from the camp by taking a different train.
Diesel train
Diesel railcar
Steam train
Please note: loud bangs may occur during this event.
Which ticket do I need?
Which day are you visiting?
Saturday 23 May (sold out)
The Battle Train on Saturday 23 May is fully booked.
Tickets are only available for Sunday 24 May.
Sunday 24 May
The actors of ‘Allo ’Allo are present at Maldegem station from 10:00 to 15:10. You can meet them with any ticket.
The Battle Train at 14:15 is fully booked, but other travel options are still available to experience the show from the camp.
Each ticket is valid for a return journey. You only choose a time slot for the outbound trip. The return trip can be chosen freely from the timetable.
I board in Maldegem.
Come to Maldegem station between 10:00 and 15:10 and meet the cast of ‘Allo ’Allo.
From Maldegem, our trains take you to the camp in Balgerhoeke. You can also travel along our full route to Eeklo.
I want to experience the show in Balgerhoeke (15:40) from the camp.
The Battle Train (14:15) is fully booked, but you can still experience the show from the camp.
From Maldegem, take an earlier train to Balgerhoeke / Eeklo.
Get off in Balgerhoeke on the outbound or return journey, explore the camp, and wait for the show.
Only for the 15:10 train do you need to get off in Balgerhoeke on the outbound journey to be able to experience the show from the camp.
Please select one of the following tickets in our ticket shop
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Maldegem om 11:05 (2001)
With this train, you arrive in Balgerhoeke at 11:20 (outbound) or 12:15 (return).
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Maldegem om 11:55 (1003)
With this train, you arrive in Balgerhoeke at 12:10 (outbound) or 13:20 (return).
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Maldegem om 13:10 (2005) (sold out)
With this train, you arrive in Balgerhoeke at 13:25 (outbound) or 14:25 (return).
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Maldegem om 15:10 (2008)
With this train, you arrive in Balgerhoeke at 15:25 (outbound).
I board in Eeklo.
From Eeklo, our trains take you to the camp in Balgerhoeke. You can also travel along our full route to Maldegem.
Between 10:00 and 15:10, the cast of ‘Allo ’Allo is present at Maldegem station.
I want to experience the show in Balgerhoeke (15:40) from the camp.
The Battle Train (15:20) is fully booked, but you can still experience the show from the camp.
From Eeklo, take an earlier train to Balgerhoeke / Maldegem.
Get off in Balgerhoeke on the outbound or return journey, explore the camp, and wait for the show.
Please select one of the following tickets in our ticket shop
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Eeklo om 11:55 (2502)
With this train, you arrive in Balgerhoeke at 12:15 (outbound) or 13:25 (return).
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Eeklo om 13:00 (1504)
With this train, you arrive in Balgerhoeke at 13:20 (outbound) or 15:25 (return).
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Eeklo om 14:05 (2506). (sold out)
With this train, you arrive in Balgerhoeke at 14:25 (outbound) or 15:25 (return).
I want to meet the cast of ‘Allo ’Allo’.
The cast of ‘Allo ’Allo’ is present at Maldegem station from 10:00 to 15:10.
By travelling from Eeklo on the following trains, you can meet them.
Please select one of the following tickets in our ticket shop
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Eeklo om 11:55 (2502)
With this train, you arrive in Maldegem at 12:35.
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Eeklo om 13:00 (1504)
With this train, you arrive in Maldegem at 13:50..
Zondag 24 mei 2026 – Railway To Liberty – Vertrek uit Eeklo om 14:05 (2506) (sold out).
With this train, you arrive in Maldegem at 14:55.