Corrie Ten Boom and WW2 Experience

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

Spanish

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Follow the remarkable story of Corrie ten Boom, who courageously turned her home into a hiding place for Jews during WWII. This Haarlem walking tour takes you through the city where Corrie lived, resisted, and was arrested—bringing her legacy to life alongside the broader story of a community under occupation.

⚬ Visit Key Locations – The outside of the Ten Boom House, the Joods Monument, the haunting Koepel Prison, each stop reveals a powerful piece of Haarlem’s WWII story.

⚬ Discover Hidden History – Explore lesser-known places like the Wijngaardtuin, where everyday resistance quietly unfolded.

⚬ Learn Through Storytelling – Led by a knowledgeable guide, the tour connects historical facts with personal stories—making history feel human, emotional, and unforgettable.

Whether Corrie ten Boom’s legacy brought you to Haarlem or you’re here to uncover untold wartime stories, this tour offers a powerful, eye-opening experience you won’t forget.

️ Walk with purpose. Remember with heart.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Experienced Guide in chosen language

No Corrie Ten Boom Museum entrance, the tour serves as and introduction or alternative to the museum

What To Expect

Kenaupark

As part of your tour through Haarlem, you'll visit Kenaupark, a serene green space that holds a deep connection to the Dutch resistance. At the heart of the park, we’ll stop by the monument to Hannie Schaft, known as “the Girl with the Red Hair.” Hannie was a courageous young woman who became a symbol of resistance against Nazi occupation. She operated in and around Haarlem, and her story—marked by bravery, sacrifice, and betrayal—is one of the most poignant of the war. Here, under the shade of old trees and surrounded by 19th-century architecture, you'll hear how ordinary Dutch citizens became extraordinary heroes. We’ll share stories of espionage, sabotage, and the underground networks that helped hide Jewish families and resist occupation. Beyond the memorial, you’ll have time to reflect, take photos, and absorb the peacefulness of the park—a striking contrast to the turbulent history we explore.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Haarlem Railway Station

Haarlem Railway Station, opened in 1839, is the oldest train station in the Netherlands.08.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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