The Cloth Hall Lakenhalle On The Market Square In The Centre Of Ieper - Ypres Royalty-Free Stock Image

When the First World War was declared in August 1914 the town was known by it`s French name of Ypres. Now the town is formally known by the Flemish name of Ieper and Flemish is the local spoken language. Being close to the French border, nevertheless, like many places in this locality the town is known by both names and visitors will find it signposted in both Flemish and French.