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What to do and see in Douaumont, Grand Est: The Best Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Douaumont, France including Verdun 1916 and Meuse Argonne 1918 including U.S War Cemetery in Romagne, WWI Small-Group Day Trip with Verdun & Meuse-Argonne Battlefields from Paris, VERDUN battlefield tour, guide & entry tickets included, Verdun WWI Battle Site Region Full Day Private Tour, Private tour of the battlefields of Verdun from Paris by Van (2/6 travelers).
1. Verdun 1916 and Meuse Argonne 1918 including U.S War Cemetery in Romagne
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
HIGHTLIGHTS Day trip from Paris WW1 sites in the greater regions of Champagne and Meuse Argonne. Discover the 19th Century french bastion « Fort Douamont » and walk through the fort deeps underground galleries See traces of battle as you explore the WW1 spots of the deadly Battles fought by the « Doughboys » including : « Montfaucon en Argonne and Romagne». Pay your respects to fallen American Soldiers at the US Meuse Argonne American Military Cemetery Browse thousands of war-objects collected by « Jean Paul » at the ROMAGNE 14-18 Museum in Romagne
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Light Lunch (Sandwishes with salad), Soft drink , Coffee
Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Reviewed By L3505NSmaryw
November 11th is a day of remembrance in the US for all of our veterans but this day holds a very special meaning to everyone affected by WW1. In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month the War to End All Wars was over. I had very little knowledge of the details other than my grandfather’s recently discovered military records from his service in Europe during WW1. Regis was able to use these few details to discover my grandfather’s exact battlefield locations and the significance of his unit’s contribution to the war effort. I was so enthralled by my 1st tour in November of 2019, that I booked another private tour with Regis in February 2020. Regis was able to expand on my knowledge of the war and of my grandfather’s role in the overall Allied effort. Now after a year has passed, I can reflect on this experience and humbly try to express my thanks to Regis for his extraordinary knowledge and interest in the history of his country and the Allies during WW1 and WW2. I hope to be able to return soon when the situation allows, and to explore more of the lessons of this important time. On this special day, I want to extend a special thanks to Regis for 2 incredible tours and for my deepened understanding of a grandfather’s legacy.
2. WWI Small-Group Day Trip with Verdun & Meuse-Argonne Battlefields from Paris
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 39 reviews
Immerse yourself in the history of World War I on this day trip from Paris to Verdun and Meuse-Argonne, the sites of two major WWI battles. Your professional guide will teach you about the tragic, brutal Battle of Verdun and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. Listen to these stories as you visit famous WWI battlefields, cemeteries and landmarks including the Battlefield of Verdun, Douaumont Ossuary, Fort of Douaumont, the Romagne War Museum, the Trench of Bayonets and the Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery and Memorial, the largest US cemetery in Europe. Numbers are limited to 8 people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch (sandwich or salad, dessert and a drink)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities (not included), Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By davidsTrz
Our driver was Arnaud. He cared to show and explain us everything while driving through the city. Very well educated man and very nice to talk to. I can recommend this enterprise highly and especially would like to thank Arnaud for this brilliant trip!
3. VERDUN battlefield tour, guide & entry tickets included
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 5 reviews
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.
Inclusions: Visit tickets, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By SheilahInChi
We had a wonderful experience touring the highlights of Reims with Gwendol and Royal Journey this past September and I highly recommend you use him and his services! We had a limited amount of time in the area, and wanted to maximize seeing a few of the highlights. He designed an itinerary for us that balanced sight-seeing of priority spots for us (Reims cathedral, Hautvillers, Eparnay) with some relaxation time tasting champagne at a wonderful spot he recommended (L'Ecurie in Eparnay owned by Champagne de Venoge). Gwendol is very knowledgable, contributed informative, educational details about the various places we visited and was kind, easygoing and friendly. He rolled with the punches with our motley crew and made the whole touring experience so seamless and easy. Gwendol's Mercedes V class van was lovely, clean and comfortable, and he picked us up and dropped us off in a timely fashion at our rented property. Thank you, Gwendol, for providing us with such a lovely experience visiting the beautiful area of Reims.
4. Verdun WWI Battle Site Region Full Day Private Tour
Start the day with a stop at the ossuary “La ferme de Navarin”, monument inaugurated by General Gouraud in 1924, in memory of French soldiers who died during the Great war. Your guide will then drive you to the Meuse region, in the heart of the forest where the “Kronprinz” shelter is located, one of the German soldiers camp. Explore the famous hillock of Vauquois, full of galleries, where 14,000 soldiers lost their lives along a tiny portion of the Western front. Be driven to the historic site of Varennes-en-Argonne, at the Pennsylvania American war memorial and admire the magnificent panorama of the valley of the Aire. Hear a fascinating aside about the king Louis XVI who got arrested there in 1791. Discover the most well-known American cemetery of the World War I in Romagne sous Montfaucon. Come across the impressive ossuary in Douaumont, where unidentified French and German soldiers rest. End this trip with a visit of the “Fort de Douaumont”, iconic fortress of the Verdun battle.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Entrances at the different sites of the tour, Personal guide, Transport in minivan, Pick-up and drop-off in the Champagne region
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch is not included. We can advise restaurants in Verdun's region, which will fit your itinerary.
Reviewed By snise96
10/10! Definitely recommend doing the virtual tasting tour with Tom, who did a wonderful job creating an immersive experience online. He is highly knowledgable and passionate when it comes to all things champagne and not to mention, he's easy on the eyes. Can't wait to do a tour with A la Francaise again in the future :)
5. Private tour of the battlefields of Verdun from Paris by Van (2/6 travelers)
• Travel with your own group (6 travelers maximum) and embark with your Driver and guide "Régis" aboard a comfortable and air-conditioned Minivan. • In the hills and villages around Verdun, the scars of the battles of 1916 and 1917 (shell holes, destroyed villages, concrete trenches and casemates) are still visible and will plunge you into the hell of the fighting. • Discover this impressive 19th century fortified structure "Le fort de Douamont" still housing its retractable 155mm cannon under an armored dome, then walk through the underground galleries of the fort • Pay homage to the 140,000 French soldiers who fell on the hills around Verdun in 1916 by visiting the National Military Necropolis and the Douamont ossuary. • Bathed in light, the terrace of the Museum of the Battle of Verdun opens onto the surroundings of the Memorial allowing visitors to discover the panorama of the battlefield.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Support for customers at their place of residence in Paris and the Paris region, Travel aboard a comfortable and air-conditioned Minivan (Maximum 5 passengers), Driver / guide (in French for this tour), Admission tickets to the Verdun Memorial Museum Battlefield, Admission tickets to Fort de Douamont
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By L3505NSmaryw
November 11th is a day of remembrance in the US for all of our veterans but this day holds a very special meaning to everyone affected by WW1. In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month the War to End All Wars was over. I had very little knowledge of the details other than my grandfather’s recently discovered military records from his service in Europe during WW1. Regis was able to use these few details to discover my grandfather’s exact battlefield locations and the significance of his unit’s contribution to the war effort. I was so enthralled by my 1st tour in November of 2019, that I booked another private tour with Regis in February 2020. Regis was able to expand on my knowledge of the war and of my grandfather’s role in the overall Allied effort. Now after a year has passed, I can reflect on this experience and humbly try to express my thanks to Regis for his extraordinary knowledge and interest in the history of his country and the Allies during WW1 and WW2. I hope to be able to return soon when the situation allows, and to explore more of the lessons of this important time. On this special day, I want to extend a special thanks to Regis for 2 incredible tours and for my deepened understanding of a grandfather’s legacy.
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