WWI Belleau Wood & Meaux Museum of the Great War Private Day Trip from Paris

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: 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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Devil Dog Fountain, 2 rue des Chevaliers Colombs, 02400 Belleau France

The Devil Dog Fountain is located in the courtyard of the former stables of the Château de Belleau, which got completely destroyed during the First World War. After U.S. Marines earned the nickname "Devil Dog." This fountain in the form of a bulldog's head throne is a pilgrimage destination for members of the United States Marine Corps and is regularly visited by those traveling to the Belleau Wood battlefield.

Duration: 15 minutes

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

• Private tour
• Transport by Air-Conditioned Vehicle
• Professional guide
• Entry/Admission - Chateau-Thierry Monument
• Entry/Admission - Musee de la Grande Guerre

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• The duration is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• Near public transportation
• Most travelers can participate
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Traveler pickup is offered
Departure Point: On specific arrondissements, Complimentary pick-up is offered for this tour/activity:

Kindly note that accommodation must be centrally located in Paris with postal / zip codes 75001, 75002, 75003, 75004, 75005, 75006, 75007, 75008, 75009, 75010, 75011, 75012. NO PICK-UP or drop-off can be accommodated for the postal / zip codes 75013, 75014, 75015, 75016, 75018, 75019, 75020

Address: Please note: Complimentary pick-up is offered for this tour/activity. To benefit from this service you must either provide us with the name of your accommodation in Paris at the time of reservation or alternatively contact Paris TRIP at:

• Locally on 01 86 21 96 91
• Internationally on +33 1 86 21 96 91

at least 48 Hour(s) prior to your tour/activity date to confirm the exact pick-up location. If you are not arriving within the specified time frame, please contact Paris Trip prior to your travels, or immediately upon arrival at your destination.

07:30 AM

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

10 hours