Airborne Museum Hartenstein
The villa that served as the British division headquarters during the Battle of Arnhem. Its underground Airborne Experience recreates glider landings, street fighting and the command post.
The museum is at Hartenstein Villa in Oosterbeek. In September 1944, the British 1st Airborne Division set up its headquarters here and was besieged for nine days. Through artifacts, film and the immersive Airborne Experience underground exhibit, the museum recreates glider landings, street battles and the retreat. It is the best place to understand Operation Market Garden. Admission is about 17 euros. It is about 15 minutes by bus from Arnhem Central Station.
Opening hours
About 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Arnhem Oosterbeek War Cemetery
- Doorwerth Castle
- Museum Arnhem
- Royal Burgers' Zoo
- Sonsbeek Park
- Eusebiuskerk
- John Frost Bridge
- Netherlands Open Air Museum