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Immerse yourself in World War I history with a day trip from Paris north to France’s Picardy region. Visit Aisne and Marne, two major parts of the western front where some of the deadliest American battles occurred. See trenches and other traces of battle as you explore Belleau Wood, and pay your respects at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery. Head to nearby Meaux to visit the Museum of the Great War, a moving testament to the scope and tragedy of WWI.
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Duration: 10 hours
Starts: Paris, France
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Paris, Ile-de-France, France
Immerse yourself in World War I history with a day trip from Paris north to France’s Picardy region. Visit Aisne and Marne, two major parts of the western front where some of the deadliest American battles occurred. See trenches and other traces of battle as you explore Belleau Wood, and pay your respects at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery. Head to nearby Meaux to visit the Museum of the Great War, a moving testament to the scope and tragedy of WWI.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Belleau, Belleau, Aisne, Hauts-de-France
You’ll be picked-up by your guide at your central Paris Hotel in the morning and get taken on a 1.5-hour drive north to Belleau,
a village in France’s Picardy area that, together with Marne, made up one of the major (and now most famous) parts of the western
front during World War I. Many important battles took place in this region, including the First Battle of the Marne and the Second
Battle of the Marne, which developed into a significant Allied victory.
Stop At: Aisne Marne American Cemetery, Rue des Chevaliers de Colomb Belleau Wood American Monument, 02400 Belleau France
Start with a visit to the 42-acre (17-hectare) Aisne-Marne American Cemetery to pay tribute to the American troops who fought in the Aisne and Marne area. Wander around the cemetery and visit the Memorial Chapel – built on top of front-line battle trenches, here you can see the names of 1,060 missing American soldiers.
Stop At: Chateau-Thierry Monument, 2 Miles West of Chateau-Thierry, 02400 Chateau-Thierry France
Your next stop is the Cote 204 Monument at Château-Thierry, which represents the friendship between France and the US and
commemorates the achievements of US forces in this region during WWI. This monument stands high above the beautiful Marne Valley and Champagne vineyards, offering beautiful views for you to enjoy.
Stop At: Musee de la Grande Guerre, rue Lazare Ponticelli, 77100 Meaux France
Take a break for lunch on your own before continuing to Meaux to learn more about WWI history. Your guide will take you to the
Museum of the Great War to show you fascinating remnants from the war. See 50,000 war-related objects from many of the countries involved in WWI, giving you a deeper understanding of the worldwide dimensions of the conflict.
After your time in the Museum of the Great War, board your private (minibus or car) for a calm, reflective ride back to Paris,
arriving at your hotel around 5:30pm.
Duration: 1 hour
