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Hiding place

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Hiding place

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Drents-Friese Wold

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  • Location: Westerveld, Drenthe, Netherlands

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    December 25, 2020

    Cycling

    On November 22, 1944, the den was surrounded by the German Sicherheitsdienst and four gang members were arrested and deported. One of them returned. In 1994 the municipality of Diever restored this hiding place to its original state during a second restoration. In the den you can see the bag rack (for the escape bag) and the underground bicycle shed.

    Source: tracesofwar.nl and Gemeentediever.nl
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    September 15, 2024

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    In the winter of 1943-1944, the group conceived the plan to build a hiding place in an inconspicuous sand dune in the pine forest of Berkenheuvel. The commando group dug …
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    September 15, 2024

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    During World War II, people in hiding stayed in this secret hideout until betrayal put an end to it. The hiding place, called "the wigwam," was restored in 1954 and 1994 due to the large number of people visiting.

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    Roots Walk Diever - Drents-Friese Wold

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    Hike the Roots Walk Diever, a 10.1-mile moderate trail through Drents-Friese Wold National Park, featuring forests, heath, and sand dunes.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Location: Westerveld, Drenthe, Netherlands

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