Private Tour of the Verdun 1916 Battlefields from Reims
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Reims, France

Cultural Tours hosted by Terres de Mémoire
9 hours (approx.)
Up to 7 travelers
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in English
About
- Private transportation
- all museums fees
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- Snacks
What's not included
Pickup point
Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Itinerary
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Stop atVerdun
We will pick you up at your hotel in REIMS then drive to Verdun. We will head north of the town to the French frontline: from there our guide will explain you how the battle of Verdun started in February 1916.
2 hours (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atHaumont-pres-Samogneux
You will be able to walk in the Bois des Caures (Caures wood) where was the command post of the Colonel Driant. He was one of the heroes of Verdun, and his grave lies not far from the spot where he was killed.
45 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atFroideterre
The area of Verdun is known for its numerous forts defending the town. The "ouvrage de Froideterre" was one of them. This fortress, now abandoned in the forest, has resisted to multiple assaults in 1916. Not visited by many visitors, you will have the privilege to explore it with our guide.
30 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atL'Ossuaire de Douaumont
Certainly the most sacred place in France, the Douaumont ossuary contains the remains of 130.000 unknown French and German combatants who fell in the battle of Verdun. A place that you will never forget...
1 hour (approx.)・Admission included
Stop atMemorial de Verdun
The Verdun museum has been completely redone in 2016, it presents a large collection of items, maps, and interactive materials. A very well done presentation that we won't miss to visit. All the museum fees are included on our tours.
1 hours and 30 minutes (approx.)・Admission included
Stop atFleury-devant-Douaumont
Fleury-devant-Douaumont was one of the entirely destroyed village during the Verdun battle. None of the buildings has been rebuilt, but the village officially still exists... without any inhabitants.
15 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atTranchee des Baionnettes
The "Trench of the bayonets" tells the story of French soldiers buried alive in a trench and only their bayonets were standing above the ground: myth or reality ? You will know the truth by exploring it !
30 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atFort Douaumont
The Douaumont fort fell into German hands 4 days after the start of the battle. It took the French troops nearly 8 month and very heavy losses to retake the position. The fort is now open to the visit, a unique way to discover the fortress from inside...
45 minutes (approx.)・Admission included
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Great experience! The...
Troy_B, Feb 2025
Great experience! The guide created a fantastic itinerary and provided unique insights throughout the tour. Would recommend this to anyone interested in Verdun.