Guided tour of the Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield, loops 1 and 2

The Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield, a place steeped in history and remembrance, bears witness to the fierce fighting between the French and Germans during the First World War, resulting in the loss of 30,000 lives. The guided tour of Loops 1 and 2 offers a complete immersion in this emblematic site, a veritable open-air museum.

Accompanied by an expert guide, explore the trenches and fortified shelters that dot the terrain, in the footsteps of the soldiers who fought under extreme conditions. The tour takes you through remarkably well-preserved remains, where every step reveals the ingenuity and harshness of positional warfare. The guide explains military strategies, the challenges of everyday life and the human and geopolitical issues of the time.

The itinerary also leads to the memorial plateau, dominated by the Cross of Peace in Europe. This powerful symbol embodies Franco-German reconciliation and pays tribute to all the victims of the Great War. The panorama offers a moment of contemplation, surrounded by the wild beauty of the Vosges landscape, forever marked by history.

This visit, a blend of emotion and education, invites visitors to better understand the sacrifices and lessons of a conflict that shaped the 20th century. A moment of introspection and sharing to be experienced as a group in a unique setting.


Highlights

A moment of introspection and sharing to be experienced as a group in a unique setting.

Practical information

👥​ Group workforce : / Max: 30
🌿​ Theme : History, Memory
👀​ Visit formulas : Guided tour for groups with booking
​🚌​ Parking : Less than 200m from a free public car park

Dates and prices

📅​​ Dates from 03/28/2026 to 11/15/2026
​⏳​​ Duration : 3h
💶​ Prices : From 140 € per guide
Commercialization : Reservations at the Tourist Office

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Seminar on the traces of the past: between history and sharing

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