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Verdun WWI Tour: Battle Sites & Champagne Region
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Overview
Verdun WWI Battle Site Region Full Day Private Tour takes you on a journey through history. See where soldiers fought and gave their lives during World War I. This private tour is perfect for history buffs and anyone who wants to learn more about this important time.
What can you expect? You'll visit places like the Douaumont Ossuary, where many soldiers rest. You'll also see Fort Douaumont, a very important fortress in the battle. Your guide will take you to the Meuse region to see the “Kronprinz” shelter as well as the hillock of Vauquois and Varennes-en-Argonne. At each place, you'll hear stories about what happened there. See the American Cemetery and La ferme de Navarin Ossuary.
This tour includes private transportation in a minivan. You'll be picked up and dropped off in the Champagne region. A personal guide will be with you all day and entrance fees are included. What's not included is lunch and gratuities, but your guide can recommend great places to eat in Verdun. 
Highlights
Explore Key WWI Sites: Visit important battlefields and memorials in the Verdun region.
Private, Comfortable Transport: Enjoy the convenience of private transportation in a comfortable minivan.
Learn from an Expert Guide: Benefit from the knowledge and insights of a personal guide.
Hassle-Free Experience: Entrance fees to all sites are included for a seamless visit.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers rave about the knowledgeable guides and the educational experience. The tour is well-paced and visits interesting historical sites. The guide's recommendations for local restaurants are also a highlight.
Customers loved the tour guide's knowledge of French history.
Visitors enjoyed the warm welcome and great food at a local restaurant recommended by the guide.
Travelers were impressed with the educational experience and background information provided.
Guests appreciated the perfect pace of the tour and the cool spots visited.
Lunch is not included in the tour price.
Gratuities are not included in the tour price.
The Journey
La ferme de Navarin Ossuary
Reflect at the Navarin Farm Ossuary, a somber memorial housing the remains of thousands of unidentified soldiers who perished in the brutal fighting of the Champagne region. Contemplate the human cost of war as you walk among the rows of graves, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made on these fields.
German Soldiers Camp
Explore the remnants of a German soldiers' camp, offering a glimpse into the daily life and strategic positioning of the German forces during World War I. Imagine the conditions faced by soldiers stationed here, and consider the challenges of trench warfare. Although much may have been reclaimed by nature, the echoes of the past resonate in this historical site.
Hillock of Vauquois
Descend into the haunting landscape of the Hillock of Vauquois, a site of intense underground warfare during World War I. Explore the network of tunnels and craters created by relentless mining and explosions. Witness the scale of destruction and gain a chilling understanding of the subterranean battles fought for control of this strategic high ground.
Historic Site of Varennes-en-Argonne
Step back in time at Varennes-en-Argonne, a town deeply scarred by the events of World War I. Discover the historical significance of this location, which witnessed crucial battles and served as a vital strategic point. Explore the town's museums and memorials to understand its role in the war and its ongoing legacy.
American Cemetery of World War I
Pay tribute to the American soldiers who gave their lives in World War I at this serene and moving cemetery. Wander through rows of white crosses, each marking the final resting place of a fallen hero. Reflect on the sacrifices made by these young men and the enduring bond between the United States and France.
Douaumont Ossuary
Stand in awe at the Douaumont Ossuary, a monumental structure holding the remains of over 130,000 unidentified French and German soldiers who perished during the Battle of Verdun. Gaze upon the rows of skulls visible through small windows, a stark reminder of the immense loss of life and the brutal realities of war. The attached cemetery contains thousands of white crosses.
Fort de Douaumont
Explore the imposing Fort de Douaumont, a key strategic stronghold during the Battle of Verdun. Journey through its tunnels, bunkers, and gun emplacements, gaining insight into the intense fighting that raged within its walls. Discover the fort's history, its capture by the Germans, and its eventual recapture by the French. This massive structure serves as a powerful symbol of resilience and determination.
Know Before You Go
This private tour includes transportation, pick-up and drop-off in the Champagne region, a personal guide, and entrance fees. Lunch and gratuities are not included. The tour uses a minivan for transport. Your guide can suggest restaurants to have lunch.
Hot Tip
Ask your guide for lunch recommendations at local restaurants for an authentic experience. Hotel Le Grand Monarque is also a suggested stop that previous customers recommend.
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