Guided Battlefield Tours Across Europe
Experience history like never before with our guided WWI & WWII battlefield tours across Europe.
Discover the Past Like Never Before
At Trails of History, We Offer!
Multiple ways to explore and experience history
Immersive Battlefield Tours
Step onto historic ground and experience the events where they happened, guided by our expert Tour Guides!
Personalized Research
We uncover the stories that matter to you, from family history to key moments in world events.
YouTube & Podcast
Explore history visually with engaging videos that make the past vivid and accessible.
Diverse Tour Options
Whether you are fascinated by the WWI trench warfare of Ypres, Verdun and the Somme, the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy, the daring airborne drops of Operation Market Garden in Arnhem, or the fierce fighting of the Battle of the Bulge, our expert-guided European battlefield tours are designed to make history vividly come alive.
Ticketed Group Tours
A shared, enriching experience for friends, family, or fellow history enthusiasts. Join like-minded travelers on expertly guided tours through pivotal historical sites.
- Meet fellow history enthusiasts
- Cost-effective group pricing
- Scheduled tour dates available
- Shared learning experience
Private, Customized Tours
Tailored entirely to your interests, our private tours include an amazing personal tour. Walk in the footsteps of soldiers who fought in WWI or WWII and explore the sites that interest you! Private Guide: €450,- per day (Note: Tours outside of the Netherlands may incur additional hotel and fuel costs).
- Custom itineraries designed for you
- Family history research included
- Personal connection to historical sites
- Flexible scheduling and pacing
Our Featured Battlefield Tours
From the WW1 trenches of Ypres and the Somme to the Normandy landing beaches and the Operation Market Garden sites at Arnhem, discover the stories that shaped our world.
Ticketed Tour (COMING SOON!)
Step onto the pivotal battlefields of Europe, from the WW1 trenches of Ypres, Verdun and the Somme to the defining WWII battlegrounds of Normandy, Operation Market Garden, and Bastogne. We are currently finalizing our next season of scheduled group tours. Join our priority interest list today to be the first notified when our new dates and destinations go live!
Tour Highlights
- Arnhem & Market Garden Tour (WW2)
- Normandy Tour (WW2)
- Battle of the Bulge Tour (WW2)
- Battle of Ypres Tour (WW1)
- Battle of the Somme Tour (WW1)
- Battle of Verdun Tour (WW1)
Private, Customized Tour
Journey through history, from ancient times to World War I and World War II, on a private, tailor-made tour! Whether you’re a small group or a large one, we’ll create the perfect experience just for you. Private Guide: €450,- per day (Note: Tours outside of the Netherlands may incur additional hotel and fuel costs).
Tour Highlights
- Arnhem & Market Garden Tour (WW2)
- Normandy Tour (WW2)
- Battle of the Bulge Tour (WW2)
- Battle of Ypres Tour (WW1)
- Battle of the Somme Tour (WW1)
- Battle of Verdun Tour (WW1)
What Our Guests Say
Real experiences from history enthusiasts who've walked these trails with us.
"Excellent tour with Sander around Arnhem. Deeply knowledgable and a fantastic story teller. As part of the tour, we also attended the Hartenstein Airborne museum which was terrific. I would have Sander as my first choice for WW1/2 tours in the future!"
"Just had a day long tour of the key sites of Arnhem and surrounding areas. Sander is a fantastic guide with a huge passion and knowledge of the history of the area in WW2. I would highly recommend this company. Brilliant day, thanks to Sander."
"Sander gave me a great tour of Verdun. His knowledge is amazing, but the best part was how he kept the history personal and emotional. He balanced big picture explanations with engaging stories on the ground, and his passion for the subject really came across. The clear standout of my visit, highly recommended!"
"What a wonderful group tour of the WWII Operation Market Garden area I recently took, guided by Sander from Trails of History! Everything was perfect and thoughtfully curated. From the locations we visited, length of the trip, restaurants we ate at, action descriptions, maps, and photos of the combatants, to the level of detail provided that gave a clear understanding of what happened and why, but without being overwhelming. Sander was so knowledgeable and personable, which only added to the experience. Just an amazing trip on all counts and I highly recommend tours by Sander and Trails of History."
Our Partners & Sponsors
Proud to work alongside these organizations in preserving and sharing military history.
Sponsors
SandervkHistory
SandervkHistory is a Youtuber who creates WW1 & WW2 content.
Affiliates
VloggingThroughHistory
VloggingThroughHistory is a Youtube channel that creates Historic content.
HistoryinYourHand
HistoryinYourHand is a Youtube channel that focusses mainly on WW1 content.
HistoryWarCinema
HistoryWarCinema is a Youtube channel that creates content on WW1 and WW2.
Our Story
Passion for history drives everything we do. From YouTube content creation to leading battlefield tours, we live to share these incredible stories.
Sander
I'm a passionate history enthusiast with a deep love for bringing the past to life. As a YouTuber and history map animator, I create engaging content that explores key moments in history, making complex events easy to understand. Whether through my videos or guided battlefield tours, I strive to help others connect with the stories and strategies that shaped our world.
Shaun
History has always been a passion for me, especially The Great War and World War 2. In recent years I have really started developing this passion by following in the footsteps and learning about the brave men and women who gave up so much for our today. I'm a full time Gas engineer in the UK as well as a serving soldier with the British Army Reserve.
Book Your Adventure
Don't just read about history, immerse yourself in it. Book your private or group tour today, and let us guide you through the extraordinary stories of courage, sacrifice, and strategy that shaped our world.