The Bois de la Paix (Forest of Peace), a forest typical of the Bastogne Plateau, encompasses three hectares and a total of 4,000 trees. It was created to commemorate the Battle of the Bulge, which once took place here. From a bird's eye view, the forest depicts the UNICEF emblem—a mother and child, a symbol of universal tenderness. At the foot of each tree, an American veteran placed a plaque bearing his name and unit upon his return to Bastogne. A beautiful symbol.

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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën

November 23, 2021

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A symbolic forest created in memory of the many fallen during the siege of Bastogne.

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Bart Fox

April 16, 2024

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The Forest of Peace in Bastogne, which was created on the 50th anniversary of the Battle of the Ardennes, contains 4,000 trees. The trees are dedicated to the American veterans …

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1. Eine Gedenk-Wanderung in Bastogne

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2. Promenade des Sentinelles – walks around Bastogne

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3. “Foxholes” Memorial – Airborne Memorial loop from Foy

8.76km

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Wood of Peace

1. Eine Gedenk-Wanderung in Bastogne

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