The Somme: World War I Battlefields & Memorials

What to expect

Lochnagar Crater

Leave the bustle of Paris behind and travel to the Somme region, a landscape forever shaped by World War I.
Your journey begins at Lochnagar Crater, one of the largest mine craters on the Western Front, created during the Battle of the Somme in 1916. Standing at the edge of this immense site offers a powerful and humbling reminder of the scale of the conflict and the lives forever changed here.

Choice of Memorial Site

Depending on your interests and preferences, your private tour will include one of the following major memorials:

Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial

Walk through the preserved trenches of the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, one of the most poignant remembrance sites of the Somme.
Discover the story of the Newfoundland Regiment, which suffered devastating losses on the first day of the battle. This powerful site offers an authentic and emotional insight into the realities faced by soldiers on the front lines.

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Australian National Memorial – Villers-Bretonneux

Pay your respects at the Australian National Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux, dedicated to Australian soldiers who fought and died on the Western Front.
Set atop a hill overlooking the battlefield, this solemn site is a place of reflection, offering sweeping views and a deep connection to the sacrifices made during the Great War.

Museum of the Great War – Péronne

Visit the Historial de la Grande Guerre in Péronne, one of the most comprehensive World War I museums in Europe.
Through immersive exhibits, personal objects, and historical accounts, gain deeper insight into the global impact of the Great War and the daily lives of those who lived through it, both soldiers and civilians.

Lunch Break (not included)

A lunch break is scheduled during the day, allowing you time to relax and enjoy a meal in a local restaurant or café (at your own expense).
Your host will be happy to suggest suitable options based on your preferences and timing.

Notre-Dame Cathedral of Amiens

End your journey with a visit to Notre-Dame Cathedral of Amiens, a masterpiece of 13th-century Gothic architecture and the largest cathedral in France.
Admire its extraordinary scale, intricate façade, and serene interior before beginning the return journey to Paris, concluding a day rich in history and emotion.