Verdun, a symbolic city

Verdun, a name that resonates over time. Between the banks of the River Meuse and the Argonne forests, where the battle took place, there remains a unique military memory, a name that has become a symbol of human heroism and the horror of war. Discover the history of the Great War in this part of Lorraine by entering the underground fortress and learn about the life of the soldiers in the trenches. Witness life in the Douamont and Vaux forts and remember the fallen at the Douaumont Ossuary. Stroll through the town of Verdun, now home to the World Peace Centre, and explore medieval forts and lovingly restored Renaissance buildings. #tripblazers #awesomepic #urbanexplorer