Belleau Wood - WWI

Tour Highlights

▫️ Itinerary ▫️ ▫️Enjoy the convenience of private car pick-up from your preferred location Start your day with the ease and comfort of a private car pick-up service. Your driver will collect you from your specified location, ensuring a smooth and relaxing start to your day of exploration. ▫️Departure from Your Paris your hotel or choosen location This tour can be personalized according to your wishes — whether you’re looking to visit a specific cemetery or locate a particular grave. ▫️Belleau Wood: Walk the quiet woodland paths, original trenches, and artillery craters where Allied forces and U.S. Marines famously stopped the 1918 German drive toward Paris. ⸻ ▫️ Devil Dog Fountain: Visit this historic site at Château de Belleau, a major pilgrimage spot for U.S. Marines to honor the enduring spirit of those who fought. ⸻ ▫️Aisne-Marne American Cemetery: Pay your respects at the stunning memorial chapel and the perfectly manicured grounds holding 2,289 white marble headstones. ⸻ ▫️Lunch at Chateau Thierry: Enjoy a refined, seasonal lunch break in this charming historic village right next to the famous Renaissance estate. ⸻ ▫️Museum of the Great War (Meaux): Explore Europe’s largest WWI museum, featuring an unparalleled collection of 70,000 artifacts that bring history to life. Conclude your day in the charming town of Péronne, home to the Historial de la Grande Guerre, a museum that offers a rich and emotional perspective on World War I through artifacts, personal stories, and immersive exhibits. ⸻ ▫️Return to Paris Tour Details: Duration: Approximately 7 hours Departure: Flexible times from Paris Inclusions: Private transportation, knowledgeable guide, Exclusions: Lunch, Personal expenses