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We are accustomed, upon seeing such a memorial to the dead, like the one we encounter here in Sedan, to thinking first of the two world wars that shook Europe in the first half of the 20th century. However, the history of this striking memorial stretches back several decades further: it commemorates the victims of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870/71, which France waged against Germany. France's military defeat by the forces of the North German Confederation (led by Prussia), which included the South German states, led directly to the founding of the German Empire.

German military cemetery, where the remains of almost 30,000 German soldiers from two world wars rest. Impressive how well the graves of the attacker are cared for in the land of the defender.

This monument (Monument Guerre Franco-Prussienne) commemorates the residents of the Ardennes department, who gave their lives in the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871). The monument to the dead of 1870 was erected after a national contribution and was inaugurated in 1897. "Honor and gratitude to those who die defending their country" It depicts a Glory crowning a dying soldier with laurel (the group "for the fatherland"), two plaques show: - the defense of the Bazeille bridge - the attack of the African fighters (Floing battle) France, depicted as a female figure with a bishop's staff chisels an inscription "Impavidus numero victus": (fearless, he was defeated by numbers) https://www.tracesofwar.nl/sights/100565/Monument-Frans-Duitse-Oorlog-Sedan.htm

At the end of the 16th century, Protestants and Catholics had to share churches; that is why Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne had a Protestant church built in 1593. After the revocation of the Edict of Nantes, it was transferred to the Catholics, who turned it into its own church again under the leadership of Robert de Cotte: De Cotte added the large round choir. (1688)

This mighty fortress, the largest in Europe (35,000 m2, seven floors), was built on a rocky spur between the Bièvre and the Vra. The citadel is one of the oldest examples of French fortifications and could accommodate 4,000 soldiers. For five centuries, the fortress was strategically located between France and the Holy Roman Empire (and then Prussia and Germany) and was therefore constantly provided with new fortifications and thicker walls, while the existing structure was preserved. Wall 30 m high and up to 7.20 m thick with 4 bastions.

The Saint-Charles-Borromée church in Sedan is a Catholic church located in Sedan. Built between 1593 and 1601 as the Grand Protestant temple of Sedan, it was transformed into a Catholic church in 1688 following the revocation of the Edict of Nantes. This church has been classified as a historical monument since March 25, 19801.

The largest fortified castle in Europe, this fortress is a must-see in Sedan. The rocky promontory on which it was erected offers beautiful views of the city and the Meuse.

The Notre-Dame de Mouzon abbey church is a former abbey church located in the Ardennes. This Gothic-style building dates from the 12th and 13th centuries and houses the relics of Saints Victor and Arnoul, who attracted many pilgrims in the Middle Ages. You can admire impressive architecture here. The Notre-Dame de Mouzon abbey church is a monument of history and faith that will inspire you with its beauty and tranquility.