American Cemetery Margraten
An impressive place of remembrance and respect
The Netherlands American Cemetery in Margraten is one of the most significant memorial sites in the Netherlands and provides a lasting reminder of the liberation of Europe during the Second World War.
Take a moment to reflect on the stories behind the white crosses. The peaceful cemetery is the final resting place of 8,301 American service members who gave their lives for freedom and peace. The names of 1,722 missing service members are also commemorated on the impressive Walls of the Missing.
The cemetery's distinctive memorial tower, standing over 30 metres tall, can be seen from a considerable distance and is a striking landmark in the South Limburg landscape.
The cemetery is part of the Liberation Route Europe, an international remembrance route connecting important events and locations from modern European history.
A visit to Margraten is a moving and meaningful experience that will stay with you long after your visit.