Battle of the Scheldt from Amsterdam
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Your guide takes you on a road trip to Zeeland, a part of The Netherlands consisting of islands and peninsula's.
Zeeland saw heavy fighting in 1944. Zeeland Flanders, South-Beveland and Walcheren had to be taken by the Allies to be able to use the Port of Antwerp. It took a lot of ingenuity and hard fighting to overcome the strong German defenses here. We also pay a visit to the new Liberation Museum Zeeland. Besides some interesting military historic sites you will see a lot of the typical Zeeland countryside.
Hardly recovered from the World War 2 damage and loss of life Zeeland was hit again in February 1953 by a big flood. We will return over some of the Delta Works. After this tour you will understand the motto of the Zeelanders: Luctor at Emergo, I struggle and emerge.
11-12 hours tour duration is travel time included.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Woensdrecht
After a 2 hours drive from Amsterdam we arrive in Woensdrecht. Here we visit the monument of Black Friday and Black Monday commemorating the bitter fighting of the Canadians against German Fallschirmjäger for the entrance to Zuid-Beveland. A Sherman tank bears witness. In a local pub on the place of the attack of the Black Watch of Canada the guide will explain the background of the Battle of the Scheldt while you enjoy your tea or coffee
Liberation Museum Zeeland
The museum is dedicated to the remembrance of World War 2 in Zeeland. A large section is devoted to the Battle of the Scheldt in 1944. You can take lunch here as well. Do not miss the LVT-4 Buffalo that was a game changer in the Battle.
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Battle of the Scheldt 1944
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What‘s Included
Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Polderhuis Westkapelle Dijk- en Oorlogsmuseum
Liberation Museum Zeeland
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
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Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Following My Father’s Footsteps in WWII
G6193FJfrankw,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were very pleased that Yip took great measures to personalize this tour for us. He was very personable and knowledgeable. He had prepared a very detailed presentation and itinerary for us. The tour van was very comfortable; water was provided; extra pillow were supplied as we were all dealing with jet lag. And Yip’s expertise in manoeuvring through the traffic was incredible! He was also very patient as we browsed through museums/gift shops.
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