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Matilde Maini
November 16, 2023
Cycling
The fort was built between 1884 and 1886. After being modernized between 1901 and 1913, it became one of the emblematic sites of the Battle of Verdun in 1916: captured by German troops in February, it was retaken by the French in October of the same year. It has been a listed historical monument since 1970.
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•lilian2260
July 15, 2018
Cycling
The most important fortress from the Battle of Verdun (WWI)
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•Madjid Mammar
June 17, 2025
Cycling
The weight of history and sacrifice. Not to be missed.
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Cycle the challenging 16-mile Verdun to Fort de Douaumont loop, exploring WWI battlefields and historical sites with 1212 feet of elevation
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 370 m
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