WWI & WWII History Trip to France (Tourist Passport Required – Adult Only Trip)

Embark on a powerful and immersive journey through two of France’s most significant military sites, exploring the fortifications, battlefields, and memorials that shaped the course of both World Wars.

Your day begins at Hackenberg Fortress, a key stronghold of the Maginot Line. Step inside this remarkably preserved underground fortress, where a small train will take you through stations, ammunition storage, living quarters, and kitchens. Visit one of the region’s largest WWII museums, then explore Block 8, an artillery bunker heavily damaged during fierce battles between American and German forces in 1944.

Next, travel to Verdun, a city that played a pivotal role in both World Wars. Enjoy free time to explore its charming cafés and restaurants, before continuing to Fort Douaumont, the largest of Verdun’s 19 defensive forts. Learn how it was left unguarded, seized by German forces in 1916, and ultimately recaptured after a grueling nine-month battle.

Continue to the Verdun Memorial Museum, one of Europe’s most important war museums, offering a moving tribute to French and German soldiers through immersive exhibits. Conclude your journey at the Douaumont Cemetery, the largest French war cemetery, where over 16,000 soldiers are laid to rest, alongside the Douaumont Ossuary, holding the remains of 130,000 unidentified soldiers.

This unforgettable trip offers a deep and reflective experience, bringing history to life while honoring the sacrifices of those who fought.