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Self-guided tour of the Musée du Combattant de 1940

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Home Activities Self-guided tour of the Musée du Combattant de 1940
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Self-guided tour of the Musée du Combattant de 1940

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Home Activities Self-guided tour of the Musée du Combattant de 1940

Are you passionate about history? Come and visit the Musée du Combattant de 1940 in Longuyon! You’ll discover a rich collection of objects recounting the history of the Maginot Line fortifications and the combatants who lived there during the Second World War, from the main forts to the intervals.

Get ready for an exciting journey! This large, authentic artillery structure reveals its equipment, underground organization and weaponry, offering a complete immersion in this historic period.

At the entrance, the outdoor museum welcomes you with an impressive collection of over 1000 m², presenting the main equipment of the Maginot Line in real-life situations. As you walk through the forecourt, you’ll discover the most complete collection of French and German cannons from 1940. Take your time to contemplate some forty reconstructed period scenes, the fruit of 45 years’ hard work by volunteers.

A free tour of the museum is included in the admission fee, while you are responsible for all personal expenses. Free parking is available on site.

Let yourself be captivated by this plunge into history! Book now!

  • Average duration 2H15
  • Languages spoken French, Dutch, English, German, Spanish, Italian
  • Difficulty Suitable for all
Prices & opening times
Prices
  • 6 € per adult
  • 3 € per child aged 7 to 12
  • Free admission for children under 7
What’s included
  • Self-guided tour of the museum
Not included
  • Personal expenses
Opening times

April – May :

Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 2 pm to 6 pm

Wednesdays from 14h to 18h

June: Monday to Friday: 3pm to 6pm

Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays at 2pm and 6pm

July – August: daily at 2pm and 6pm
September: Monday to Friday: 3pm to 6pm, Saturdays, Sundays 2pm to 6pm
October: Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm to 6pm
November 1st and 11th: 3pm to 6pm

Highlights
  • Discover the museum retracing the history of the Maginot Line
  • The largest collection of French and German cannons from the Second World War
  • A large, authentic artillery structure
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Fermont An exceptional site for discovering the Maginot Line. A journey of more than 2 hours to discover a large artillery work that has remained authentic, with its equipment, underground organization and armament. In front of the entrance, the outdoor museum, covering more than 1000m², presents a remarkable collection of the main Maginot Line equipment in action.

9 Rue Albert Lebrun
54260 Longuyon
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06 43 57 35 34 https://www.fort-de-fermont.fr/
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