Little England
During World War II, the airspace over the Achterhoek was a major flight route for tens of thousands of Allied aircraft. German defences and fighter planes attempted to stop these flights, causing more than 400 planes to crash in the border area. Crew members received help from the resistance in Lichtenvoorde, which thus became an important link in the so-called Pilots' Line—a network that helped downed pilots escape. Because of these efforts, Lichtenvoorde was nicknamed ‘Little England,’ an honorary title reflecting the region's courage and solidarity.

Markt 12
historical

The Onderduikersbrug (“Bridge of the People in Hiding”)
historical

Monument Sacred Heart
historical

A Stirling bomber crashes on 26 June 1943

The Diary of Sophia Kruip

Klein England Monument

Lichtenvoorde Resistance

The ‘Pilotenlijn’ (Pilot Line)

An underground shelter

Peace Freedom Right Memorial

Sheltering at Voshuttedijk 6

Route - 28 januari 2025
Length: 14.14 km
Route from None