In 2020 it will be 75 years ago that World War II ended in the Netherlands. This year there will be various ways of commemorating the Second World War and celebrating 75 years of freedom. With numerous activities we celebrate in Hollands Kroon that we have lived in freedom since then. Together we are responsible to pass on freedom. On this page you can read everything about military heritage in the municipality.
Memorial poles
During the Second World War more than forty aircraft crashed in Hollands Kroon and the water around the municipality. The crew members of these planes were killed, captured, missing or managed to flee from the enemy. Commemorative poles are placed and unveiled in memory of them.
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Lookout point Hole in the dike
You can visit the viewing point "Gat in de Dijk" along the Noorderdijkweg in Wieringerwerf. This vantage point is located on the spot where the dike was exploded by the Germans 75 years ago in World War II. This caused the entire Wieringermeer to be flooded again.
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Flowering FreedomFlame tulips
Fieldmarshal Bernard Law Montgomery spoke on September 13, 1948 at the lighting of the freedom fire: "Let us be strong in the determination to stand for freedom and justice in a troubled world." The FreedomFlame tulip symbolizes this message. This tulip can be seen in the spring.
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Digital history classroom
The 4 and 5 May associations and the Regional Archives have jointly launched a digital history classroom. It contains local and regional stories and documents, including the theme of the Second World War. The Regional Archives preserves thousands of local historical resources. For example, there is a source about the flooding of the Wieringermeer.
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Bicycle route 'Battle for Freedom' in Hollands Kroon
This interactive bicycle route of 39 kilometers passes memorable places and brings impressive stories to life. Follow the route via Route.nl.
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Extension of the 'Battle for Freedom' route in Hollands Kroon
This interactive bicycle route of 39 kilometers passes memorable places and brings impressive stories to life. Follow the route via Route.nl.
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Story route IJsselmeer
On the IJsselmeer coast you will find hidden stories that reveal many secrets. We have portrayed twelve beautiful and moving stories for you. Narrated by residents from the municipality of Hollands Kroon and surroundings.
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