Explore the powerful legacy of World War I with an unforgettable educational tour to Verdun, one of the most significant battlefields in history. From preserved trenches to immersive museums, this trip provides students with a deeper understanding of warfare, remembrance, and the cost of conflict.
Tour Highlights
- Discover the underground fortress of Fort Douaumont
- Visit the emotional Douaumont Ossuary & war cemetery
- Walk through original WWI trench lines and battlefield landscapes
- Explore artefacts and interactive exhibits at the Verdun Memorial Museum
- Experience a 3D historical journey in the Citadelle Souterraine de Verdun
Itinerary
- Day 1 – UK to Verdun
Depart early morning by coach from your school
Travel via Eurotunnel or ferry crossing
Arrive in Verdun and check into accommodation - Day 2 – Forts & Frontlines
Guided visit to Fort Douaumont, a central stronghold in WWI
Pay tribute at the Douaumont Ossuary & cemetery
Explore the Trench of Bayonets and walk the surrounding battlefield trails - Day 3 – Museums & Memory
Tour the Verdun Memorial Museum, home to personal artefacts and soldier stories
Walk across cratered terrain from the original frontlines
Journey through the Citadelle Souterraine, an immersive underground experience - Day 4 – Return to the UK
Depart Verdun and begin journey home
Return to school via Eurotunnel or ferry in the evening