which originated as a museum for a World War II battle (Battle of Overloon) that occurred around the village from 30 September to 18 October 1944. The village is located close to the A73 motorway between Venlo and Nijmegen.

Toponymy

In ancient times it was simply called Loon. Loon or Lo(o) means forest with low trees, with an open meadow and swamp. The element "over" was added to

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