The Netherlands · History and memory

The Second World War in the Netherlands: Sites and Tours

The occupation lasted five years, Rotterdam was destroyed by bombing in May 1940, and the failed airborne operation at Arnhem in September 1944 left the country north of the rivers to face a winter of famine. The Resistance Museum in Amsterdam, the Airborne Museum at Oosterbeek and the battlefield walks around Arnhem are listed below, without ranking.

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Exciting Murder Mystery – Interactive city walk in Arnhem

Solve a murder in Arnhem on an interactive selfie city walk, guided by map clues and WhatsApp help. Flexible start, 3 hours.

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Small group WWII Tour: Nazi concentration Camp & Battle of Arnhem

Small-group WWII day trip from Amsterdam to Camp Vught, John Frost Bridge, Hartenstein Museum, and Arnhem cemetery. Snacks and water included.

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Life of Corrie Ten Boom & World War 2 Walking Tour

Walk Haarlem’s WWII landmarks through Corrie ten Boom’s story, from the Ten Boom House to Koepel Prison, with an engaging English guide.

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