Rotterdam to Ypres WW2 Info

Discussion in 'WW2 Battlefields Today' started by Gunner400, Mar 16, 2023 at 10:23 AM.

  1. Gunner400

    Gunner400 Well-Known Member

    In May this year I am travelling from Rotterdam to Ypres but travelling down the coast rather than motorway and wondered if anybody knew of any WW2 sites along the route posted below please? Looked on the tinterweb and can’t seem to find much at all. I will be visiting the CWGC scattered sites but thought there must be more around as well.
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  2. davidbfpo

    davidbfpo Patron Patron

    Try the Breskens Pocket, south bank of the Scheldt. Taken by the Canadians.
     
  3. Marco

    Marco Senior Member

    Plenty to see, depending on how much you want to deviate from the route. On the map below, the number represents the individual items to see in that circle.

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    https://www.tracesofwar.nl/
     
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  4. Gunner400

    Gunner400 Well-Known Member

    Thank you both it’s appreciated and looks like it’s gonna be a long trip lol
     
  5. Marco

    Marco Senior Member

    There is also a traces of war app. It shows you in real time what is around you. Very handy, because you can see (photo) if the item is worth a (small) detour for you.
     
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  6. Rich Payne

    Rich Payne Rivet Counter Patron 1940 Obsessive

    The "For Freedom" Museum in Ramskapelle is well worth a visit.

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  7. Quarterfinal

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  9. Gunner400

    Gunner400 Well-Known Member

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  10. Quarterfinal

    Quarterfinal Well-Known Member

    Sorry, no. Don't have the maps. If I come across anything I feel that may be of use before you go I'll pass it accordingly. Safe travels.
     

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