Houffalize: Winter 44-45

Manatour

About this app

Dive into the Battle of the Bulge with a unique immersive experience using Overlap Reality®! Turn your smartphone or tablet into a time machine and relive key historical events right where they happened.

How does it work?
- Use the map to find one of the 5 viewing points;
- Start the experience with your smartphone or tablet;
- Relive 360° historical scenes as if you were there!

During the winter of 1944-1945, in the midst of World War II, Houffalize became a major memorial site for the Battle of the Bulge. This village witnessed intense battles between American and German forces, endured devastating bombings, and suffered tragic civilian losses, paying a heavy price for these dramatic events.
On January 16, 1945, troops from the First U.S. Army joined those of the Third Army, marking far more than a simple meeting: a symbolic and strategic victory signaling the beginning of Germany’s defeat.

Each immersive video, lasting 2 to 3 minutes, geolocated and in 360°, puts you at the heart of events that shaped the end of World War II.

Award-winning and accessible technology
- Available in 4 languages: French, English, Dutch, and German.
- An innovative app: developed by SKY BOY / The Overlap Factory for the City of Houffalize, supported by WALLONIA as part of the "Smart Region Digital Wallonia" initiative, with the collaboration of IDELUX.

Download the app now and let history transport you!

What’s new

App improvements:
- Added haptic feedback for a more immersive experience
- Optimized code for better performance
- Updated and refined translations