The Siege of Bastogne took place in and around Bastogne, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge in late 1944 / early 1945. Very important strategically, Bastogne was the ultimate object of desire for the Axis powers as much as the Allies.
The seven main roads of the Ardennes hills all converged on the small town of Bastogne.
The crossroads in Bastogne were vital for the Allies to reduce the speed of the German advance.
The Germans expected to continue their progress and improve the supply of their columns.
The battle began in mid-December and ended in January 1945 with the continuation of the German retreat.
We will follow the footsteps of the famous Easy Company from Band of Brothers.
Some suggestions of places to see : Bastogne city center Place Mac Aulliffe – Bastogne War Museum – Mardasson – Memorial – Bois Jacques – Foy/ Easy Co. memorial – Recogne – Noville – Rachamps – Houfalize – Lanzerath ridge : Wereth 11 – Krinkelt – Rocherath – Stavelot – Trois Ponts – La gleize – La Gleize Museum
