Verdun: 1916 Hell of the Battle
ID: GYG615945-1030563
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Country: France
Country: France
Duration: 07:00 hours
Description
The Battle of Verdun is considered the greatest and lengthiest in WWI history. Never before or since has there been such a lengthy battle, involving so many men, situated on such a tiny piece of land.
- Starting the tour by visiting the Colonel Driant Command Post, the place where the offensive battle began. Understand the sacrifice of the Colonel and his "Chasseurs" trying to slow down the German attack.
- Pay respectful tribute at the Douaumont Ossuary to French and German soldiers
- Visit the Bayonet trench monument
- Stop for lunch on Verdun
- Visit the Fort of Douaumont outside (visit inside can be also added)
- Explore the former destroyed Village of Fleury to witness the battle remains
- Go to Les 4 cheminées underground casemate
- Travel through the historic Fort of Froideterre
- Starting the tour by visiting the Colonel Driant Command Post, the place where the offensive battle began. Understand the sacrifice of the Colonel and his "Chasseurs" trying to slow down the German attack.
- Pay respectful tribute at the Douaumont Ossuary to French and German soldiers
- Visit the Bayonet trench monument
- Stop for lunch on Verdun
- Visit the Fort of Douaumont outside (visit inside can be also added)
- Explore the former destroyed Village of Fleury to witness the battle remains
- Go to Les 4 cheminées underground casemate
- Travel through the historic Fort of Froideterre
Highlights
- See remains of trenches and village
- Visit forts and bunker
- Monuments and cemeteries
Guiding languages
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.