Commemoration at the Monument to Tolerance on November 12
On Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., the annual commemoration will take place at the Monument of Tolerance in Haelen. This year marks the 26th time the commemoration has been held. Everyone is welcome.
During the commemoration, more than 800 soldiers from eleven different countries are honored. They lost their lives in the Leudal region during World War II. German and Austrian soldiers are also honored. The monument symbolizes tolerance, peace, and reconciliation.
Several guests are in attendance at the commemoration, including Governor Roemer, the Bishop of Roermond, and RMWO Marco Kroon. International ambassadors are also present. Mayor Schmalschläger of Leudal will deliver a speech. In addition, three ambassadors will speak: H.E. Chris Rampling from the United Kingdom, H.E. Greg French from Australia, and H.E. René Miko from the Czech Republic.
More than 300 photographs of war victims are displayed around the monument. The photographs put a face to the victims and remind visitors of the people behind the stories of the war.
Practical information
- Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Time: 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Monument to Tolerance, Roggelseweg in Haelen, near the Leudal Museum
The Foundation for the Military Memorial and the municipality of Leudal invite everyone to attend the commemoration. Together, we will reflect on the past and the importance of peace and tolerance.