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Private tour in Brussels Albert C
Battle of the Bulge & Ardennes American Cemetery
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I'm official guide of Flanders (training 2, 5 years) and official guide of the city of Bruges (training 2, 5 years). I have also done several seminars of Medieval art, Industrial history, mythology. . . But most of all, I'm passionate about the amazing cultural and historical heritage of the Belgian cities. And I'm also writer what gives extra thrilling to my stories and the way I explain them. Don't expect a boring tour with me. I love to entertain people with interesting facts, funny anecdotes, sense of humor and tasting experiences. Because food and drinks are basics in the Belgian culture. I speak English, Spanish, Dutch, Catalan and a little of French and Portuguees. Exclusive tours. I guide in the most beautiful Belgian cities: Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Namur, Leuven, Mechelen, Ieper, Liege. Also in the city of Luxembourg. Contact me and I will offer you without obligation personalized options for your tour, half day or full day. Well, if you read until here, maybe you are interested in following one of my tours. See you soon! Certified Flanders tourguide (Het Perspectief, Ghent) Certified guide of Brugge (Spermalie Hotel en Toerismeschool Brugge) Other tourism courses: Gent 10 op 10 and Tussen bazen en beluiken (Het Perspectief, Ghent) Master in Communication Sciences (Journalims) Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
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Excursion through the bloodiest battle for Americans in WWII
Overview of your Brussels tour
Get in the footsteps of the soldiers who fought during the hard winter in december 1944 till the 25th of january 1945. Visit Bastogne, the city which was encircled by the Germans and defended in fiercely fight by the Americans. During the walking tour in Bastogne, we will follow the trails of General Patton and General McAuliffe. This last said his famous reply to the German's request for surrender: "Aw, nuts!". Discover the actual places where the famous Easy Company and the rest of the 101st Airborne Division (the "Screaming Eagles") fought against the Germans in the forests of Foy. Have the opportunity to pay your respects at the Ardennes American cemetery, the final resting place for 5, 162 American soldiers.
Your Brussels tour itinerary
- We go by car to Bastogne. - Walking tour in the city where we learn about the Battle of the Bulge and the fiercely American resistance. - On your request I can show you one of these museums: 1. Bastogne Barracks, outstanding exhibition of American and German vehicles and artillery pieces, all engaged in the Battle of the Bulge. 2. 101 Airborne Museum: A small but well thought out museum with lots of artefacts and very good wax work scenario. You can experience a German Bombardment in its bomb shelter room. - Time for lunch. - Visit to the Mardasson-Memorial inaugurated in presence of General McAuliffe. - Visit to the Bois Jacques woods and Foy where the E Company fought against the Germans. - We pay our respects at the Ardennes American cemetery (close to Liege).
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
I bring you in my own car. There is place comfortably for 3 passengers. Maximum 4 passengers. It's a Renault MEGANE Sport Tourer.
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Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
I can also pick you up in Ghent. For other cities, ask me a price. Depending on traffic regulations, I can pick you up in your hotel or in an address nearby, if it's difficult to get to your area.
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