We came out of a forest on a bike tour and saw this great lookout tower on the left. A totally beautiful view from this tower. He has 118 levels! The historical background is also very interesting. Very well made explanatory panels.

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Willem VS

May 13, 2025

On the Plateau de Californie, above the former village of Craonne, stands a 20-metre-high watchtower that was inaugurated in 2013. This tower offers a panoramic view of the battlefield of the Chemin des Dames and allows visitors to understand the strategic importance of this height during the First World War. The tower is freely accessible and equipped with information panels that historically explain the landscape.

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Location: Craonne, Laon, Hauts-De-France, France

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