In Our Fathers’ Footsteps

is a not-for-profit, Camino-inspired pilgrimage for the Canadian descendants

of WWII veterans of the Liberation 

of The Netherlands.

In Our Fathers' Footsteps  is a spiritual, cultural, and educational event that includes a 60 km walk—over 3 days, along the routes of the Canadian liberators— together with heartfelt commemorations and joyful festivities.

Coinciding with the Liberation’s 75th+1 anniversary, 

In Our Fathers' Footsteps will take place in The Netherlands in May 2021.

Trace your father’s footsteps. Celebrate our freedom, peace and Dutch friendship. Honour our WWII Dutch Liberation veterans!

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Historic Routes​

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Follow the footsteps of our Canadian troops. Learn about WWII operations and battles, visit Canadian war monuments, and picnic along the way.

Heartfelt Tributes

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Participate in flower ceremonies, candlelight vigils, and Remembrance Day events at the Canadian war cemeteries in Groesbeek, Holten, and Almen.

Military Theme
 

Immerse yourself in a memorable learning experience. Join a “platoon,” receive “marching orders,” eat from mess-kits, and sleep in private “barracks” on an estate filled with military history. 

Dutch Culture​

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From stroopwafels to bitterballen, taste the country’s many specialties. Sample world-famous kaas (cheese). Experience Dutch hospitality.

Festive Celebrations

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Party with the Dutch on National Liberation Day. Experience Canadian Camp festivities at the Royal Family’s Palace in Apeldoorn.

Meet Princess Margriet!

Free Time​

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Explore The Netherlands.
Enjoy a day of leisure, sightseeing, or meet-up’s with Dutch friends.

DAYS TO THE PILGRIMAGE

OUR SUPPORTERS