Home History Animated map Portraits All portraits Command & officers Soldiers & NCOs Medical team Air men Belgian civilians They were 400 Battlefield Tour Events 2024 – NUTS at Marcouray 2023 – Before The Breakout 2021 – In the Footsteps Shop Support Sources & archives About Contact
Plaque William & Wallace
Ardennes forest trail on the Task Force Hogan route
Battlefield Tour · Booking

Book a tour.

First tours — August 2026

Along the exact route of the 400 — a sober narrative, real places, a guide who knows every farm and every bend of December 1944.

Book a place

Dates

The first tours take place in August 2026, in small groups. Exact dates are confirmed with you at booking: tell us your availability in your message and we will propose a slot.

From September 2026 onwards, tours continue at the standard rate.

Practical details

Duration
3.5 – 4.5 hours
Depending on the chosen format and the group.
Group
8 to 15 people
Deliberately small groups, to keep the right tone.
Languages
French & English
Tours are given in both languages.
Walking level
Accessible
Some uneven ground — bring good shoes.
Getting around
Mainly by car
Stops at the key points of the December 1944 route.
Logistics
Water bottle included
Optional break at a local partner for longer formats. Meals not included unless stated otherwise.

What's included

Not included: meals (unless stated otherwise) and transport to the meeting point. Optional break at a local partner for longer formats.

Rates

Launch rate · August 2026
49 €
Per person, first tours.
Afterwards
59 €
Per person, from September 2026.
Premium format
69 €
With a route booklet given to each participant.
Full-day format
—
To be defined — higher rate, announced soon.
Veterans’ families
Free
Families of Task Force Hogan veterans are our guests.

The route

Map of the three task forces’ route, December 20-22, 1944
From Hotton to La Roche-en-Ardenne, through Soy, Beffe and Marcouray — in the tracks of the Hogan column.

→ Watch the animated map of the route (43 scenes, 5 minutes)

Frequently asked questions

How do I book?

Click "Book a place": the contact form sends us your request — preferred dates, number of people, chosen format. We confirm by email.

Where is the starting point?

In the Hotton – Soy area. The exact meeting point is given when your booking is confirmed.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, accompanied. The narrative is sober and respectful — well suited from about age 10.

What should I bring?

Good shoes and clothing suited to Ardennes weather: the route is accessible but includes some uneven ground.

What if it rains?

The tour goes ahead in almost all weather — as in December 1944. In dangerous conditions it is postponed at no cost.

Can I cancel?

Yes, free of charge up to 72 hours before the tour.

Veterans' families?

Families of Task Force Hogan veterans are our guests — the tour is free for them. Write to us; we prepare their visit with particular care.

Press & media

Since 2021, the Hogan's 400 project has brought together enthusiasts, historians and veterans' families from around the world. A few milestones:

Documentary
“They Were 400” — in production
2023 event
110 participants at Marcouray
2024 event
NUTS at Marcouray

Are you a journalist? Write to us — press kit, images and interviews on request. Press coverage will be gathered here.

Testimonials

The first tours take place in August 2026 — participants’ testimonials will be published here, with their consent.

Did you take part in a Hogan’s 400 event (2021, 2023, 2024)? Share your story: it belongs here.

Share a testimonial
First tours · August 2026

Book your place.

Book a place
Family of a Task Force veteran? The tour is free for you — write to us.