Maastricht, The Netherlands

Netherlands American Cemetery & Memorial

Final Resting Place for US Service Members Who Fought in World War II Pay your respects to the thousands of US service members who gave their lives during a solemn cemetery visit. Located in the rolling countryside outside the village of Margraten, The Netherlands’ American Cemetery and Memorial is the final resting place for more than 8,300 US personnel who died while liberating The Netherlands from the Nazi occupation during the later stages of World War II. View the map room, where you will learn more about the campaigns fought around Margraten, then follow your knowledgeable guide to the Court of Honor with its tall memorial tower and reflecting pool. Listen to the personal stories of soldiers buried in the cemetery and read the names of the 1,722 soldiers missing in action that are memorialized on the Tablets of the Missing. After time to walk among the seemingly endless rows of white tombstones and quietly reflect, you will return to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.