Execution site Rieme-Oostakker

The Execution site Rieme-Oostakker is a memorial and mass grave in Ghent where killings took place during World War II. The location features memorial crosses, plaques, and a train carriage that mark where these events occurred.

During German occupation, people were killed at this location between 1943 and 1944. Many victims were initially buried without identification before the memorial was later established.

The site honors Belgians who resisted occupation and paid with their lives for their actions. The memorial shows how communities keep memories alive and maintain respect for those who were lost.

The memorial is located in the Oostakker district of Ghent and is open to visitors at any time. The site allows for quiet reflection and is easily accessible to those paying respects.

An authentic railway carriage stands at the memorial and represents the transport of hundreds of Belgian citizens to concentration camps. The carriage serves as a witness to the wide-reaching destruction that occupation caused.

Location: Ghent

GPS coordinates: 51.09603,3.79331

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:42