Leopoldsburg - Army - WO II
Leopoldsburg has a unique history as a garrison town.
Since 1835, the largest army camp in Belgium has been located here, the Camp of Beverlo.
During the liberation in World War II, Leopoldsburg played a major role in the world-famous Operation Market Garden.
Visitors can explore on foot or by bicycle from Leopoldsburg. Within a radius of one hour there are no less than 12 important military WWII cemeteries, where a total of about 100,000 victims of
fourteen nationalities.
The British military cemetery, War Cemetry, is within walking distance of our hotel.
There are 782 graves from WWII.
Liberation Museum Liberation Garden is highly recommended. Experience the impact of WWII and the liberation in the 'Oosthoek'.
