Verdun

Verdun has seen a lot of fighting, most famously during World War I, when it represented the bloody line of attrition between the Allies and Central Powers (but primarily, the French and Germans) for 11 months. Its history is reflected in its monuments and memorial plaques.

By train

Verdun's famous (Gare de Verdun) was built by Eiffel in 1868 and was turned into a military hospital from 1914-1916. It is a functioning train station today, with service by SNCF.

• Châtel GateThe only remaining part of the medieval city walls. It leads onto La Roche Square.

• La CitadelleBuilt in the 17th century. It is still in military hands but the underlying tunnels can still be visited.

• Notre-Dame de VerdunConsecrated in 1147 but built on the site of an earlier church. The 12th Century Lion Door on the north side has a lavishly decorated tympanum. The whole building was heavily restored in the 18th Century.

• Episcopal PalaceIt was built in the 18th Century by Robert de Cotte and has a fine façade. Part of the building is occupied by the World Peace Centre.

• Mémorial de Verdun

  phone: +33 3 29 88 19 16
  address: 1 Avenue Corps Européen, 55100 Fleury-devant-Douaumont

• Hôtel De Montaulbain à Verdun

  phone: +33 3 29 86 00 47
  address: 4 Rue de la Vieille Prison

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