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Antwerp Remembers - War stories at Schoonselhof

50 to 70 million: that is the number of victims of World War II, according to some estimates. The lives of countless others were completely upended.

Here at Antwerp’s Schoonselhof Cemetery, thousands of people who lived through that devastating conflict are buried: veterans and fallen soldiers from all over the world, victims of bombings, resistance fighters and collaborators, survivors of German concentration and extermination camps, ordinary civilians who lived under German occupation, …

Behind some of these graves lies a very special story. Come explore and listen along.

This walking tour was commissioned by the City of Antwerp as part of Antwerp Remembers.

Concept and text: Geheugen Collectief
Audio: Studio Sonart
Photography: Sigrid Spinnox

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Blessed Zulzeke (long version)

Blessed Zulzeke (long version)

A heritage walk past several historic sites in rural Zulzeke, organized by the municipal heritage service Erfdeel Kluisbergen. This is the long version of the walk, approximately 10 km. For less experienced hikers, there is also a short version of approximately 3.5 km. 📏 approx. 10 km 📍 Zulzeke Church 🏁 same Scan

Blissful Zulzeke (short version)

Blissful Zulzeke (short version)

A heritage walk taking in several historic sites in rural Zulzeke, organized by the municipal heritage service Erfdeel Kluisbergen. This is the short version of the walk, approximately 3.5 km. For experienced hikers, there is also a long version of approximately 10 km that includes a stop at the Hotondbos. 📏 approx. 3,

Geel Guest House Museum - Flemish Sign Language

Geel Guest House Museum - Flemish Sign Language

Two remarkable stories about the Merciful City intertwined in one exceptional monument: that is the Gasthuismuseum Geel! Step into the authentic world of the old Geel Gasthuis and the Augustinian Sisters. You will be transported back to the 17th century on the beautifully preserved monastery site. And there's more! The Gasthuis is