Route thématique

Polish Cycling Route Groningen

Pays-Bas

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Type

Vélo

Distance à parcourir

69.62 km

This cycling route in the north of Groningen, focusses on the Polish army and the role they played in the liberation of this area in the Netherlands.

This route will take you through parts of Groningen and various towns where you will discover the stories of the Polish liberators and civilians of this area. Learn about the resistance of civilians in Muntendam and how they took matters into their own hands to be liberated. Continue on to Siddeburen where the German army tried one last attack to defeat the Polish forces. Cycle through beautiful landscapes and read about the sacrifices both civilians and soldiers made during the final stages of the Second World War.