Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal
A solemn memorial in the dunes honoring 372 Dutch WW2 resistance fighters, including the legendary Hannie Schaft.
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Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal
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A place for quiet reflection
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A solemn memorial in the dunes honoring 372 Dutch WW2 resistance fighters, including the legendary Hannie Schaft.
"A tranquil and respectful last resting place for 372 Dutch WW2 Resistance Fighters."
Visit with Respect
Approach this memorial with reverence for the fallen resistance fighters. 🙏
Locate Hannie Schaft
Her grave is a significant point of interest for many visitors. :red_hair:
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5 · 11 reviews
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Cemetery
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Hannie Schaft's Grave
Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal
The resting place of 'The Girl With Red Hair,' a symbol of Dutch resistance.
Monument to Resistance Fighters
Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal
A poignant monument honoring 372 Dutch WW2 resistance fighters.
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Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal
A tranquil and respectful location nestled within the natural beauty of the dunes.
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A Place of Remembrance
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Visit with Respect
Approach this memorial with reverence for the fallen resistance fighters. 🙏
Locate Hannie Schaft
Her grave is a significant point of interest for many visitors. :red_hair:
Consider the Setting
The natural dune landscape adds to the solemnity of the site. :evergreen_tree:
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Remembrance Day ceremonies offer a unique and moving experience. 📅
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Visit with Respect
Approach this memorial with reverence for the fallen resistance fighters. 🙏
Locate Hannie Schaft
Her grave is a significant point of interest for many visitors. :red_hair:
Consider the Setting
The natural dune landscape adds to the solemnity of the site. :evergreen_tree:
Check for Events
Remembrance Day ceremonies offer a unique and moving experience. 📅
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors find Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal to be a tranquil and deeply respectful memorial to Dutch resistance fighters, particularly noting the significance of Hannie Schaft's grave. While the site's solemnity and historical importance are widely appreciated, some guests have observed that the maintenance could be improved.
"Very tranquil and respectful last resting place for 372 Dutch WW2 Resistance Fighters (in Dutch, Het Verzet). Among those buried here lies Jannetje Johanna Schaft, known worldwide as Hannie Schaft, The Girl With Red Hair.
All of those buried here were exhumed from mass burial sites close to this national monument. All except Hannie. She had been executed at one of the coastal sand dunes and buried under only a few centimeters of sand. She was the only female Dutch Resistance Fighter to be executed. Sadly, the execution took place just 3 weeks before the end of the war in The Netherlands, during the period in which the occupying Nazis and the Resistance groups had both agreed that there would be no more executions by either side. The Nazis made an exception for Hannie Schaft, her death was their retribution."
Charlie Stewart
"Monument with 372 graves of resistance fighters from World War II.
Many men and one woman were executed by the Nazis in the dunes between 1943 and 1945. It is a modest monument in the dunes.
Open daily. Parking. Bus stop nearby."
Ronald
"Today I was present for the first time during Remembrance Day. Impressive, but also very worthwhile outside of Remembrance Day. Many people who appear as characters in Dutch war films are located here. E.g. Hannie Schaft (girl with the red hair), Walraven van Hall (Banker of the resistance) and several. Deep bow to those who lie there."
Tako Blokker
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal is accessible by car, with parking available on-site. There is also a nearby bus stop, making public transport a viable option for reaching this significant memorial.
Yes, parking is available for visitors at Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal, making it convenient for those traveling by car.
Both driving and public transport are good options. The cemetery is located in the dunes, and a bus stop is conveniently situated nearby.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No, Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal is open daily and does not require tickets for entry. It is a place for reflection and remembrance.
The cemetery is open daily, allowing visitors to pay their respects at their convenience.
There is no admission fee to visit Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal. It is a free-to-access memorial site.
🎫 🧭 Onsite Experience
This cemetery is a national monument honoring 372 Dutch resistance fighters who died during World War II, including the famous Hannie Schaft.
Yes, Hannie Schaft's grave is located at Erebegraafplaats Bloemendaal and is a significant point of interest for many visitors.
While generally well-maintained, some visitors have noted that the upkeep could be improved in certain areas.
No, it is specifically a cemetery for resistance fighters, not a military cemetery.
Remembrance Day ceremonies are described as impressive and very worthwhile, offering a unique experience outside of regular visiting days.
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