GPS walk with short films

The city liberated in 1944

Follow the liberators through the inner city. At historic locations, short films open about the days when 's-Hertogenbosch was liberated street by street. This walk is ideal for local residents who want to know their city better and for visitors who want to see more than the familiar streets in about two hours.

Type Walking route
Area City centre
Stops 17 films
Distance 4,2 km
Duration 2 hours
Theme Liberation 1944

Oktober 1944

In October 1944, British troops of the 53rd Welsh Division entered the city. Liberation was not one single moment of celebration, but a series of tense and dangerous days with shelling, fires, civilians sheltering and fighting in narrow streets.

This walk passes places where those events can still be imagined: bridges, streets, the station, the Market Square and places where local residents and liberators met.

Sample film

A scene from the liberation route

During the walk, a short film appears at the right location. This scene gives you a first impression of how the route makes the liberation of the city feel close. Turn on the sound and watch it calmly. If you watch the film full screen, press Esc to return to this page.

Tips along the way

The route works on your phone. Allow location access and take your time at each point. The films are short, but deserve a moment of attention.

Allow location

Choose "Allow" if asked. The route uses your location only to open the right film at the right place.

Turn on sound

The stories work best with clear sound.

Bring earbuds

This helps you follow the films calmly, even in busier places.

Turn your phone

Preferably watch the films horizontally. The image is larger and calmer.

Watch your surroundings

Stand still during videos and stay alert to traffic and other walkers.

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