Margraten Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
village in Eijsden-Margraten, Netherlands
About Margraten
The military cemetery of Margraten is the 3rd largest World War II cemetery for unidentified soldiers in Europe and the final resting ground for no less than 8301 American soldiers. Many of the graves have been adopted by locals, who attend to the white marble crosses and sometimes place flowers. The American president George W. Bush visited the Margraten cemetery in May 2005. Although visits by other Americans, both relatives and former army comrades of the deceased used to be common, the number of people that comes here has decreased heavily over time. The town itself is part of the municipality ofEijsden-Margraten. Other major population centers in this community includeCadier en Keer, Noorbeek, MheerandSint Geertruid.
Top Attractions in Margraten
Explore the best things to see and do in Margraten:
- ★Netherlands American Cemetery
- ★Sint-Margaritakerk
Where to Eat in Margraten
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Eetcafé Chriske
- 🍴Happy Garden
- 🍴Wokparadijs De Kroon
Where to Stay in Margraten
- 🏨B&B de Kunstkamer
- 🏨Hontemerhof
- 🏨Hotel Groot Welsden
Margraten Travel Guide Sections
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