The FT3 combat shelter was built in 1906 on the right bank of the Meuse River as part of the Verdun fortress system, designed to house 100 infantry soldiers. During …
Abri-Caverne de Douaumont, also known as Abri 320, is located approximately 8 meters underground in the slope there. This Abri is located near the Ossuary and the French cemetery. The Abri could accommodate 300 men. Source: Trace of War
On our planned tour, we realized very quickly that the path along the side channel of the Meuse was not passable for bicycles. So we came with the help of …
During the expansion of the Lower Austrian quarry, the cave was discovered.
A well about 30 meters deep and nicely corroded shaft is the entrance to the cave.
Many other smaller caves can be found in the quarry.