Verdun Lorraine
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Verdun is a city in the Meuse department
in Lorraine in northeastern France. It is the biggest city in
Meuse, although it is not the capital. Verdun was the site of
the Battle of Verdun in 1916, the longest single battle of World
War One. The casualties from Verdun and the impact the battle
had on the French Army was a primary reason for the British starting
the Battle of the Somme in July 1916. The Battle was to make
General Philippe Pétain a hero in France. |
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Places to visit in Lorraine |
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Lorraine is a border region on the
northeast frontier of France. It is an undiscovered area with
the military citadels of Metz, Toul and Verdun to explore. Lorraine's
gentle rolling landscape is of unspoiled countryside and relaxing
spa towns. Nancy is the capital with elegant 18th century architecture
and town planning. Much of the attraction of the region lies
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Where is Verdun? |
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Verdun is about 391 kms from Calais
and the ferries.
Verdun is about 499 kms from Caen
and the ferries.
Verdun is about 260 kms from Paris.
By Air - There are international airports at a number of
the country’s major cities. Paris
Charles de Gaulle International Airport is located 15 miles northeast
of Paris. Paris Orly International Airport
is located south of Paris. On the west coast of France is Bordeaux
International Airport. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
is in the centre of France. Nice airport is on the south coast
of France. Perpignan is on the French / Spanish border.
By Ferry - Brittany Ferries - Portsmouth to Cherbourg - Caen
and St. Malo - Poole to Cherbourg - Plymouth to Roscoff. From
Ireland Cork - Roscoff. P&O Ferries - Dover to Calais - Portsmouth
to Bilbao in Northern Spain.
By Train - TGV trains connect the main french cities and their
international airports.
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Holiday homes accommodation in/close to Verdun Lorraine
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Bon Courage
FORGES SUR MEUSE
Verdun
Lorraine
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 Sleeps 8. This
carefully restored country house (300 m2) is situated 2 km from
the river of Maas on the outskirts of a village. This country
house with tasteful antique furnishings offers a "royal"
stay in a beautiful region with all the charms of yesteryear.
Besides the many cultural trips also the opportunity for walking,
fishing swimming (Maas) and cycling. For more information: www.bon-relais.com.
Definitely worth while! |
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