Battlefield Bicycle Tour 'The liberation of Nijmegen'

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Wandelen/fietsen

The bicycle tours of about 10 km (max. 20 persons), take you in 4 hours to locations in the Nijmegen area where the Germans and the allied soldiers fought very hard. The guides tell stories of the bravery and sacrifice of ordinary citizens who were often literally caught in the firing line. The guides will also talk about the important role of the Dutch resistance during this operation. Central in the tour is the courageous crossing of the river Waal by American paras, directly resulting in the liberation of Nijmegen. Starting point: statue Mariken van Nimwegen, Grote Markt (Nijmegen centre). Time: 1-5 pm. Price € 8.00 pp. payable directly to the guide incl. entry to the Liberation Museum with 50% reduction. If the weather is bad the tour will be cancelled! Reservations required: +31 (0)24 3974404 or info@bevrijdingsmuseum.nl