Gilze and Rijen municipality and its surroundings suffered particularly badly during World War II, because of the airfield. In particular, the villages of Gilze and Hulten were hit by air raids, as German military warehouses and hangars were located close to the built-up areas. Several cycling routes have been set out to remind you of the First and Second World Wars and lead you past places where war remnants can still be seen or fascinating stories can be listened to. Check out the routes on the free Sporenzoeker app.