Verdun Battlefield Tour from Paris, Expert Historian, group price
Overview
Turn back the time and discover "the hell of Verdun", one of the most important and terrifying battles of the first world war.
Through this tour, thanks to your guide, you will understand the specificities of this battle, walking on the path of the soldiers, visiting the fortifications, the trenches, and the remaining shell holes. You will be impressed by the impressive Ossuary and this endless number of crosses...
How not to be touch by the sacrifice of those brave young men (and women), whatever the country they were fighting for.
Entry tickets of different places, like Fort Douaumont and The Memorial of Verdun are included!
Gallery
What's Included
✓ Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Visit tickets
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
✗ Not Included
- Lunch
Itinerary
1
Stop 1
Starting explanations about the battle & fortifications system
2
Stop 2
Visit of the fort Douaumont. Walk down inside the fort and see gun turrets.
3
Stop 3
Visit of the unique Ossuary where soldiers are buried. Pay your due to soldiers at the French cemetery and visit the museum inside the monument.
4
Stop 4
Visit of this unconventional monument and learn about the specific history of this place.
5
Stop 5
Visit and walk through one destroyed village and see craters that still exist after more than one hundred years !
6
Stop 6
Visit the full documented memorial museum of Verdun. You will see many objects, uniforms and have a larger perspective of the battle in the First World War.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
Parking, on the backside of Notre Dame de Paris
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End Point
Parking, on the backside of Notre Dame de Paris
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Good to Know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels