Verdun Battlefield
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Mera99
Boston66 contributions
Jul 2022
We did the Battlefield 1916 half-day tour. This was an excellent way to see the Verdun battlefields. Ingrid Ferrand took us to the destroyed village Fleury, Fort Douaumont, and the Douaumont Ossuary and Cemetery. Ingrid knows her subject and is a good story teller. She gets into your car with you and talks both while you are driving and at stops. Two tips: Make sure your car is big enough for an extra passenger. And she only takes cash, so makes sure you have enough.
Written August 20, 2022
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Jean-Marc Q
2 contributions
Sep 2022
We had Ingrid Ferrand as a guide for the battlefields of Verdun. We rate her as one of the very best guides. Prior to the trip, she was responsive in our communications. During the trip, she was very knowledgeable, and shared not only the history, but also the personal events and exploits of soldiers. She was passionate about the history, and went out of her way to show us the actual German trenches at the Saillant de Saint-Mihiel when it wasn't officially part of the Verdun battlefields. We recommend her without any reservations whatsoever.
Written September 14, 2022
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Jill H
4 contributions
Oct 2021 • Friends
We had a fabulous private tour with Ingrid Ferrand as our guide. We took the train from Paris and Ingrid met us at the station in Meuse. We then drove to Verdun to visit the Battlefield, Fort Douamont, Ossuary and Cemetery. Ingrid is extremely knowledgeable and we learned so much about this horrific battle. We then went on to Vauquois to the tunnels where battle took place underground. This was also very interesting, but definitely not for everyone (helmets and flashlights or headlamps needed). If you are adventurous, it is worth including in your itinerary. Any tour to Verdun or the Argonne should be done with Ingrid!
Written November 4, 2021
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Traveler O
Washington DC, DC994 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
The French called it hell, and it's not hard to see why. The Verdun battlefield itself though is not just this area around Douaumont and it encompasses many forts and trenchlines that extend into surrounding towns and ruined towns for miles upon miles. Read ahead so you come here with a good understanding of what happened here. It will make the visit much more meaningful. Many forget there are remain an estimated up to 100,000 still missing in action in the surrounding hills, trench remnants and rubble. Be respectful.
Written August 9, 2023
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Luxtraveller66
Comber, UK480 contributions
Jul 2012 • Couples
The area, along the D913 if full of memories of WW1 and the battles that took place here, just a few miles north-east of Verdun.
Start your trip at the nearby Verdun Memorial Museum (Satnav: 1 avenue du Corps Européen
55100 Fleury-devant-Douaumont 7Euro pp entrance fee), less than 1 mile from Fleury-devant-Douaument to get a full flavour of the chronology of the war in this area, then stay on the D913 towards the Ossuary and you will pass a wooded area on your left, with parking by the side of the road - this is the destroyed village of Fleury-devant-Douaument.
There is a small chapel built on the site, and as you walk around the wooded area, you will see lots of signs saying that you are walking along a path that was once the main street through the original town, and also signs stating where the school, bakers, farms, Mayors office etc once stood.
All around you, the ground is full of craters where bombs fell - nothing now stands in this quiet and eerie forested area. Bring repellent with you, as there were a few mosquitoes when we visited. (July)
Within the forest are several memorials along the trails.
There are no toilets here (or at nearby Fort Douaumont or Fort Vaux), but you can find toilets at the nearby Memorial Museum and the Ossuary. Plus there is a simple but nice little restaurant, signposted to the right of the Ossuary - a great place to have a light lunch as there is very little else nearby.
Then proceed down the road to the Ossuary and pay the 5 Euro pp entrance fee to watch the short 20 min film, which was excellent in setting the scene of the soldiers who came to this area to fight for their countries; and finally, continue along the D913 for another 2-3 miles following signs for Fort Douaumont (bring a sweater as is it quite cool within the fort and the tour lasts a good 30 minutes if you listen to every story on the headset).
Inside the fort, you can pay 4 Euro for a personal IPOD & headset, and do the self-guided tour of the fort, hearing how the fort changed hands during the war and the events that occurred there. Most people probably just walk around the exterior of the fort, but is is well worth going inside and hearing the commentary on the personal IPOD.
Visit these 4 places for a comprehensive overview of the Verdun battles.
I would also urge you to visit Vauquois-En-Argonne along the D38, about 18 miles west of Verdun, so see the hilltop (Butte de Vauquois) where the French and Germans fought to take control of this significant lookout hill. Here you will find a small museum, original trenches and a memorial up on the hillside - no charge, but check timings as the museum was open when we arrived around 1pm, but closed soon after.
Start your trip at the nearby Verdun Memorial Museum (Satnav: 1 avenue du Corps Européen
55100 Fleury-devant-Douaumont 7Euro pp entrance fee), less than 1 mile from Fleury-devant-Douaument to get a full flavour of the chronology of the war in this area, then stay on the D913 towards the Ossuary and you will pass a wooded area on your left, with parking by the side of the road - this is the destroyed village of Fleury-devant-Douaument.
There is a small chapel built on the site, and as you walk around the wooded area, you will see lots of signs saying that you are walking along a path that was once the main street through the original town, and also signs stating where the school, bakers, farms, Mayors office etc once stood.
All around you, the ground is full of craters where bombs fell - nothing now stands in this quiet and eerie forested area. Bring repellent with you, as there were a few mosquitoes when we visited. (July)
Within the forest are several memorials along the trails.
There are no toilets here (or at nearby Fort Douaumont or Fort Vaux), but you can find toilets at the nearby Memorial Museum and the Ossuary. Plus there is a simple but nice little restaurant, signposted to the right of the Ossuary - a great place to have a light lunch as there is very little else nearby.
Then proceed down the road to the Ossuary and pay the 5 Euro pp entrance fee to watch the short 20 min film, which was excellent in setting the scene of the soldiers who came to this area to fight for their countries; and finally, continue along the D913 for another 2-3 miles following signs for Fort Douaumont (bring a sweater as is it quite cool within the fort and the tour lasts a good 30 minutes if you listen to every story on the headset).
Inside the fort, you can pay 4 Euro for a personal IPOD & headset, and do the self-guided tour of the fort, hearing how the fort changed hands during the war and the events that occurred there. Most people probably just walk around the exterior of the fort, but is is well worth going inside and hearing the commentary on the personal IPOD.
Visit these 4 places for a comprehensive overview of the Verdun battles.
I would also urge you to visit Vauquois-En-Argonne along the D38, about 18 miles west of Verdun, so see the hilltop (Butte de Vauquois) where the French and Germans fought to take control of this significant lookout hill. Here you will find a small museum, original trenches and a memorial up on the hillside - no charge, but check timings as the museum was open when we arrived around 1pm, but closed soon after.
Written July 8, 2012
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OhioMomof3
Ohio277 contributions
Jun 2011
It is hard to find the words to describe a visit to the battlefield of Verdun. We were visiting the champagne region and went here only because my husband insisted. I am so glad he dragged me along. We started at the TI and picked up a little map with basic descriptions of what was in the area. It was easy to navigate, as there are signs at most intersections that will point you to the direction of the different sights. There are bus tours offered if you do not have a car.
The history of the area is well presented in a movie at L'Ossuaire de Douamont. The Ossuary itself ifs quite moving, as you see the cemetary where 15,000 identified soldiers are buried and the crypts that hold the bones of the 130,000 that were not identified. There are pictures in the gift shop that document the conditions that were endured for the 300 days the battle raged.
The surrounding area was never rebuilt. The land remains pock-marked from the bombing. Trenches and small buildings/forts are still visible. There are markers and monuments showing where villages used to be. It would be idea to get out of the car and walk a little bit to get a better feel for the area if you have the time. Unfortunately we did not realize just how interesting this was going to be and we regret that we did not arrive earlier in the day.
If you have children with you (as we did), be warned that there are graphic images in both the movie and the pictures in the photo viewers at the gift shop. Viewing of the actual bones at the Ossuary is optional and easily avoided if prefered. Fort Douamont is not to be missed with kids and a huge hit with mine. You can also visit The Citadelle for a cheesy-at-times (to adults) ride through a recreation of certain things tied to the war.
The history of the area is well presented in a movie at L'Ossuaire de Douamont. The Ossuary itself ifs quite moving, as you see the cemetary where 15,000 identified soldiers are buried and the crypts that hold the bones of the 130,000 that were not identified. There are pictures in the gift shop that document the conditions that were endured for the 300 days the battle raged.
The surrounding area was never rebuilt. The land remains pock-marked from the bombing. Trenches and small buildings/forts are still visible. There are markers and monuments showing where villages used to be. It would be idea to get out of the car and walk a little bit to get a better feel for the area if you have the time. Unfortunately we did not realize just how interesting this was going to be and we regret that we did not arrive earlier in the day.
If you have children with you (as we did), be warned that there are graphic images in both the movie and the pictures in the photo viewers at the gift shop. Viewing of the actual bones at the Ossuary is optional and easily avoided if prefered. Fort Douamont is not to be missed with kids and a huge hit with mine. You can also visit The Citadelle for a cheesy-at-times (to adults) ride through a recreation of certain things tied to the war.
Written June 6, 2011
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Weizenbier
Washington DC, DC30 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
At the end of July, we took the morning train from Paris to the Meuse TGV station where we were welcomed by local guide Florence Lamousse (her site is Lorrainetouristique.com), who took us on a day long adventure to perhaps a dozen sites, including the underground bunker at Les Chiminees, Fort Douaumont, Fleury ......and the Butte du Vauquois. Regarding the latter -- it was on this hill that the Germans and French dug tunnels beneath the opposing forces positions, packed them with explosives and detonated them. The massive craters from numerous mammoth explosions are eye popping......the entire hill basically split in two. This is an incredible site that must be seen to be believed. Not only does Ms. Lamousse have a remarkable understanding of the events surrounding the battle of Verdun but she is very accommodating and quite pleasant to spend the day with. We cannot stress enough the importance of hiring a private guide for the day. She knows the lay of the land and will take you to interesting out of the way spots that just wouldn't be possible with a larger group (bus) tour. This for sure was one of the highlights of our two week visit to Paris......not to be missed!
Written August 14, 2014
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David C
Frisco, TX56 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
My wife and I visited the Verdun Battlefield during the off season. The absolute lack of crowds, the cool misty morning and the grey, grey skies all combined to make a very memorable visit.
Since this was the off season (early December) the opportunity for private tours was very limited. I made the decision to research the battle and the battlefield so that I could be my own tour guide. Even with advance preparation, it is imperative that you visit the city of Verdun's tourist office as the maps and information regarding the battle are excellent and very, very helpful.
Sites not to be missed include The Ossuary, Fort Douaumont, the Bayonnet Trench and the destroyed village of Fleury devant Douaumont.
Walking through a trench, or seeing the moon-shaped landscape that 100 year old shell destruction wreaks, are memories that will stay with me forever.
I highly recommend a day (or two) visiting the battlefield and the town of Verdun. Lest we forget...
Since this was the off season (early December) the opportunity for private tours was very limited. I made the decision to research the battle and the battlefield so that I could be my own tour guide. Even with advance preparation, it is imperative that you visit the city of Verdun's tourist office as the maps and information regarding the battle are excellent and very, very helpful.
Sites not to be missed include The Ossuary, Fort Douaumont, the Bayonnet Trench and the destroyed village of Fleury devant Douaumont.
Walking through a trench, or seeing the moon-shaped landscape that 100 year old shell destruction wreaks, are memories that will stay with me forever.
I highly recommend a day (or two) visiting the battlefield and the town of Verdun. Lest we forget...
Written February 4, 2015
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ChampagneDoberman
Wiltshire94 contributions
The battle fought around Verdun during WW1 is vast and I was not prepared for the sheer scale of this area. This place is a must see and is an eye-opener of death and destruction on a massive scale that happened here in the recent past. It was a war in it's own right.
I have visited most Great War sites in France and Belgium and found them all to be moving beyond words and very fascinating but Verdun is quite simply epic in it's size.
The site is up high on a vast plateau which is now forestry and is a designated battlefield resting place for soldiers killed there.
Verdun has the highest density of dead per square yard. There is a road leading to the site which came to be known as 'the sacred road' and this is where the thousands upon thousands of soldiers, equipment, cannons, horses, vehicles etc trudged the long way to the top and then were faced with the worst horrors imaginable of warfare. The 10 month battle of Verdun in 1916 is accountable for over 1 million deaths.
As we made our way up 'the sacred road' - (signposted Voie Sacree)-the vital supply route during the battle- we noticed the steepness and length of this route and thought of the tired men who could hear the terrible roar and pounding of the enormous cannons on the high ground where they were heading. There are deep valleys which were called 'ravines of death' which claimed entire units of men.
Once we had ascended the steep incline to reach the 'top' there is so much to see and the entire area is covered now in trees with clearings made for cemeteries, monuments, shrines and museums. There are the remains of destroyed villages, numerous forts, bunkers, trenches, railway tunnels, observation posts, and buildings amongst the trees.
We parked up at a quiet spot where there were a few picnic benches and through the dense undergrowth we spotted the remains of a large (sealed) railway tunnel and another brick structure close by.
There are two fortifications remaining that are open to viewing and are very interesting. We visited one of these called 'Fort Douaumont' which is amazing. The interior of this structure has an unnerving feel - not surprising given its' bloody and violent history. It's a massive 19th Century fort which was held by the French, captured by the Germans and then re-taken again during the battle. It is only around 6 or 8 euros each to visit and takes a while to see. I found this place quite frightening with many long tunnel corridors on different levels underground , eerily echoing as we walked... Stalagmites and stalagtites are forming in the clammy conditions. The fort is definitely worth a visit.
A short drive away is the Verdun Memorial Musuem. This is a superb museum with so much to see. There are numerous exhibits including weapons, cannons, vehicles, shells, uniforms..basically everything connected to Verdun. There are screens to view images from the battle and very sad reflections to read and view.
The Ossuary is a stark white building which houses around 130,000 bones from unidentified soldiers killed at Verdun. This is a shrine to the dead and there is a note before you enter for visitors to behave in a dignified fashion. (It's difficult to think that no one would). The bones can be seen from windows outside the building but I didn't feel compelled to view these. The Ossuary is a beautiful and sanctified building which also houses a chapel for private thoughts and prayer. Inside there are large photographs of people of all nations who played a role during Verdun and WW1..the windows let in a strange golden light which casts a hallowed glow over the interior.
There is a vast French military cemetery opposite the Ossuary. The remains of around 13,000 lie here.
The Trench of Bayonets is another site we viewed. This is sombre in it's simplicity. A row of crosses mark the scene where 2 battalions were killed and buried by German bombardment and bayonets are 'fixed' pointed up from out of the ground. This is covered by a simple concrete roof.
The entire Verdun battlefield is disturbing and disquieting even though the area is very scenic and rural now. There is so much to take in and absorb. It felt right to pay our respects to those that gave their lives and freedom during that war. It may seem strange but the site also exudes a tranquility and calm now which is how it left us feeling.
We stayed at the very nice city of Metz which was around 1 hour away by car. Verdun town itself is close by and when we pay another visit (as there is so much to see..we only spent one day there) we will stay in the town itself.
I have visited most Great War sites in France and Belgium and found them all to be moving beyond words and very fascinating but Verdun is quite simply epic in it's size.
The site is up high on a vast plateau which is now forestry and is a designated battlefield resting place for soldiers killed there.
Verdun has the highest density of dead per square yard. There is a road leading to the site which came to be known as 'the sacred road' and this is where the thousands upon thousands of soldiers, equipment, cannons, horses, vehicles etc trudged the long way to the top and then were faced with the worst horrors imaginable of warfare. The 10 month battle of Verdun in 1916 is accountable for over 1 million deaths.
As we made our way up 'the sacred road' - (signposted Voie Sacree)-the vital supply route during the battle- we noticed the steepness and length of this route and thought of the tired men who could hear the terrible roar and pounding of the enormous cannons on the high ground where they were heading. There are deep valleys which were called 'ravines of death' which claimed entire units of men.
Once we had ascended the steep incline to reach the 'top' there is so much to see and the entire area is covered now in trees with clearings made for cemeteries, monuments, shrines and museums. There are the remains of destroyed villages, numerous forts, bunkers, trenches, railway tunnels, observation posts, and buildings amongst the trees.
We parked up at a quiet spot where there were a few picnic benches and through the dense undergrowth we spotted the remains of a large (sealed) railway tunnel and another brick structure close by.
There are two fortifications remaining that are open to viewing and are very interesting. We visited one of these called 'Fort Douaumont' which is amazing. The interior of this structure has an unnerving feel - not surprising given its' bloody and violent history. It's a massive 19th Century fort which was held by the French, captured by the Germans and then re-taken again during the battle. It is only around 6 or 8 euros each to visit and takes a while to see. I found this place quite frightening with many long tunnel corridors on different levels underground , eerily echoing as we walked... Stalagmites and stalagtites are forming in the clammy conditions. The fort is definitely worth a visit.
A short drive away is the Verdun Memorial Musuem. This is a superb museum with so much to see. There are numerous exhibits including weapons, cannons, vehicles, shells, uniforms..basically everything connected to Verdun. There are screens to view images from the battle and very sad reflections to read and view.
The Ossuary is a stark white building which houses around 130,000 bones from unidentified soldiers killed at Verdun. This is a shrine to the dead and there is a note before you enter for visitors to behave in a dignified fashion. (It's difficult to think that no one would). The bones can be seen from windows outside the building but I didn't feel compelled to view these. The Ossuary is a beautiful and sanctified building which also houses a chapel for private thoughts and prayer. Inside there are large photographs of people of all nations who played a role during Verdun and WW1..the windows let in a strange golden light which casts a hallowed glow over the interior.
There is a vast French military cemetery opposite the Ossuary. The remains of around 13,000 lie here.
The Trench of Bayonets is another site we viewed. This is sombre in it's simplicity. A row of crosses mark the scene where 2 battalions were killed and buried by German bombardment and bayonets are 'fixed' pointed up from out of the ground. This is covered by a simple concrete roof.
The entire Verdun battlefield is disturbing and disquieting even though the area is very scenic and rural now. There is so much to take in and absorb. It felt right to pay our respects to those that gave their lives and freedom during that war. It may seem strange but the site also exudes a tranquility and calm now which is how it left us feeling.
We stayed at the very nice city of Metz which was around 1 hour away by car. Verdun town itself is close by and when we pay another visit (as there is so much to see..we only spent one day there) we will stay in the town itself.
Written September 5, 2010
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Issobell
Toronto, Canada8 contributions
Jul 2011 • Family
I am a history buff and for my sixteenth birthday my mother took me to Europe for a world war battlefield tour (both WW1 and WW2). I saw a lot of impressive museums and moving cemeteries, but this one stands out in my memory. Verdun was largely a French and German experience, a tragic battle with an epic cost in human life, and I think most North Americans skip stopping here in favour of visiting places like Normandy, Vimy Ridge, Flanders etc. Even though it was years ago, I remember this museum as striking. There is a video that plays there (in French with subtitles) and it brought both my mum and I to tears. This is a French museum so they do not dwell on false ideals of patriotism and glory. Instead, they highlight the tragedy and horror, the experience of the common man in a hellish war. I hope they still play that film! The cemetery itself is huge and overwhelming and incredible. More crosses than you can imagine. Look for the troops from French colonies among them, including those from Algeria.
My visit was awhile ago, back in 2003, and I hope to return someday and re-experience the museum.
My visit was awhile ago, back in 2003, and I hope to return someday and re-experience the museum.
Written June 20, 2012
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GoPlaces100076
Flushing, NY3 contributions
How long did you spend in Verdun? Is it enough to do the self tour or is there a recommendation for a guided tour?
Jill H
4 contributions
We spent the day in Verdun on a private guided tour by Ingrid Ferrand. She is very knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed our day. Worth every euro!
Vivbullock
Southend-on-Sea, UK25 contributions
Accessibility for someone with mobility issues please?
If you will use the guide that we used from Metz/Strasberg area . . . she will shepherd you around to see all that needs to be seen. Everything we saw tended to be designed around all mobility issues. In Verdun itself . . . the tour consists of riding on a self-guided tram. Enjoy the trip!!
Vivbullock
Southend-on-Sea, UK25 contributions
I need to know about the accessibility at Verdun's many sights please.
Kathy J
Carson City, NV122 contributions
I am challenged in my walking as I have plates and screws in one foot as a result of a car accident. You will have no problem going through the fortress. The battle memorial in the town has many steps. The memorial near the cemetery is gravel based so I passed on it. The battle field east of the memorial where the giant gun is has paved paths. No problem - just a good bit of walking.
daniel r
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg11 contributions
Hello everyone. I'm planning on visiting Verdun this weekend, and the called 5-must-see places about WWI there.
I just don't get to see whether they have public transportation to get there (fort duaumont, fort vieux...).
I don't speak French, so the French tour isn't an option for me.
Can someone please help me or advise me about the ways of reaching theses places?
Thanks in advance!
Knut H
Hamburg, Germany8,149 contributions
Wir sind mit dem Auto von einem Punkt zum anderen gefahren, aber soweit ich mich erinnern kann, wurden vom Hotel aus auch geleitete Routen in englisch, deutsch und französisch angeboten. An der Rezeption hatten wir auch hervorragendes Kartenmaterial erhalten. Auf jeden Fall werden Touren angeboten, da wir sie unterwegs gesehen hatten. Einfach mal im Hotel oder Touristikinformation nachfragen. Oder in der Altstadt gibt es auch private Büros, die Touren anbieten. Allerdings sind die nicht ganz preiswert. Eine kostete EUR 245,00. Gute Reise und einen schönen Aufenthalt in Verdun.
Dmac6969
Brooklyn, NY3 contributions
I will be staying in Metz from April 4-6 2019 do you have a contac info for Ingrid? I plan on spending a day visiting battle sights in Verdun, and maybe the American experience in Meuse Argonne.
Thank you
Kathy J
Carson City, NV122 contributions
You are very fortunate. There are several big battles in WWII for Metz which were fought , as well. There is an American Cemetery- The Lorraine American Military Cemetery about 45 minutes east of Metz at St. Alvold, as well. It is beautiful.
In Verdun, it is quite easy to find the WWI sites. It is well signed and there is a visitor guide you can pick up at the fortress. Verdun is divided by a river. On the north side of the river at the West end of Verdun, is the fortress. Take that tour as it gives you a good basic understanding of the strategic situation Verdun held. Here you will find the visitor guides with the battlefields. Go East of Verdun through the forest to the site of Fleury-devant- Doumont. You will pass the memorial site and cemetery. here are bathrooms there and many buses go there. It is an important piece of the Verdun battle puzzle.
There are many nice restaurants on the north side of the river , right on the river in Verdun. There is a huge statue for Peace with steps leading to the downtown area. There is also a Peace Center next to the cathedral on the hill in Verdun. It is all of interest. If you wish, I will get you the name of where we ate lunch on the river. You can see the sites in Verdun in a day, if you start first thing.
Hurf66
Peterborough, UK9 contributions
Hi, we are planning to visit Verdun in April and would like to book onto a guided bus tour but all the ones we have seen have been very expensive. Can anyone recommend a bus tour for a reasonable amount? And where we can book these please?
Derek S
Colchester, UK312 contributions
The bus tours are expensive how ever they explain everything about the area we went all around on bikes saw very interesting things villages leveled and just a church left loads of trenches and battlements grave yards and memorials and vurdun town but missed all the facts around it we will swallow the expense and do the bus tour this year just so we get the detail
ChipCham
Grand Rapids, MI5 contributions
What is the contact information for some local tours of the battlefield and points of interest?
ChipCham
Grand Rapids, MI5 contributions
What is the contact information for some local tours of the battlefield and points of interest?
Mary C
Arlington, WA16 contributions
I highly recommend Ingrid Ferrand. My husband and I spent two days with her last fall. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the WWI area and very accommodating. If you plan to visit this year you will need to contact her immediately. She is also recommended by Rick Steve's so many people know she provides a high quality tour and as a result can fill up her schedule quickly. Here is the link to her site.
Since Trip Advisor does not allow links, type in Ingrid Ferrand battlefield tours in france and her site should come up. Her site is the 4th one to appear in Google and the label is Home-Ingrid Ferrand.
Bibala
Nancy, France11 contributions
Bonjour, Je prévois de passer 4 jours en fin de semaine pour visiter les lieux historiques. Suite à ce message, je suis intéressée par tous les conseils sur les itinéraires à suivre et les lieux incontournable. D'avance, merci beaucoup !!
Jean-Emile L
70 contributions
Bonjour ,
Il est bien évident qu'il est IMPOSSIBLE de voir tout ce qui a trait à la guerre de 14/18 et il faut faire un choix dans les visites et ce n'est pas toujours facile.
Personnellement, avec mon groupe (45), nous sommes restés 2 jours pleins à Verdun - 1er jour - matin, nous savons fait l'incontournable ossuaire de Douaumont et la nécropole - Si on va à Verdun je crois que c'est le minimum - c'est le lieu emblématique de cette "boucherie". Puis nous avons fait le fort de Douaumont - mais vous avez aussi le fort de Vaux (pas loin) qui est aussi intéressant. A midi nous avons déjeuné au restaurant du Bowling (en ville) , 3 Rue du Huit Mai 1945, 55100 Verdun - Téléphone : 03 29 84 30 39 - L'après midi a été consacré aux champs de bataille de l' Argonne secteur de combats de la bataille de Verdun de 1916. Nous avons commencé au plus éloigné : le cimetière militaire américain - à Romagne sous Montfaucon, nécropole impressionnante (équivalente à celle de Colleville 14) - puis passage à la Cote 304 et le Mort-Homme (cumières - le Mort-Homme) et la Butte de Mont-faucon avec sa tour. (un des villages détruit).
Le 2° jour , matin visite dragées Braquier - (intéressant) après-midi consacrée à la Ville avec visite de la citadelle souterraine. Pour moi c'est une réalisation exceptionnelle - une visite agréable et facile par wagonet guidé au laser - Pour moi c'est à ne pas manquer - Nous avions terminé par le son et lumière Des Flammes à la Lumière - MAGNIFIQUE - si vous avez l'occasion c'est à faire . Voilà notre périple à Verdun après nous sommes allés sur Reims .
Personnellement je ne recommande pas et notre guide de l'office du tourisme, ne nous a pas recommandé, la tranchée des baïonnettes. Vous verrez un bloc de béton, sous lequel vous avez de la terre et quelques "tiges de fer" . Même si c'est un lieu qu'on vend comme "mythique", son histoire est faussée mais ce n'est que mon appréciation.
Nous avions logé à l'hôtel des Orchidées à Verdun - bon établissement avec restauration. (logis de France).
Si ces quelques renseignements peuvent vous apporter une aide quelconque, le but aura été atteint.
Je vous souhaite un bon séjour dans cette ville chargée d'histoire.
Cordialement
J-E L D
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