Nella tranquilla campagna del nord della Francia, i campi della Somme risuonano ancora dei ricordi di una delle battaglie più letali della storia moderna. Per oltre quattro mesi, nel 1916, questi pascoli pacifici furono teatro di un'implacabile guerra di trincea, di perdite inimmaginabili e di uno straordinario coraggio durante la Prima Guerra Mondiale. Oggi è possibile visitare i campi di battaglia della Somme attraverso tour guidati che offrono una profonda conoscenza di questo momento cruciale della storia.
Qui si trova l'Australian National Memorial, dove 10.738 soldati riposano senza tomba. Il luogo in cui le truppe australiane fermarono l'avanzata tedesca nel 1918. Il Sir John Monash Centre, costruito di recente, utilizza tecnologie all'avanguardia per raccontare le storie del sacrificio australiano sul fronte occidentale.
Questo enorme cratere, che si estende per 300 piedi e profondo 70 piedi, fu creato quando le forze britanniche fecero esplodere degli esplosivi sotto le linee tedesche il 1° luglio 1916. È il più grande cratere di miniera costruito dall'uomo durante la Prima Guerra Mondiale. La piattaforma panoramica ricorda l'intensità della battaglia.
Qui camminerai sul terreno dove le forze australiane hanno affrontato la loro battaglia più letale. In sole sei settimane, 23.000 soldati australiani hanno perso la vita qui. Il sito del mulino a vento del villaggio, contrassegnato da un monumento commemorativo, offre una vista sulla campagna che è stata testimone di un incredibile sacrificio.
L'imponente monumento di Sir Edwin Lutyens si erge per 45 metri sopra il campo di battaglia, con le sue arcate visibili per chilometri. Cammina tra le colonne con i nomi degli scomparsi. I display digitali del centro visitatori ti aiutano a ripercorrere le storie dei singoli soldati e a comprendere la portata della battaglia.
Il tempo si è fermato a Beaumont-Hamel, dove trincee e crateri di granata conservati creano un paesaggio inquietantemente autentico della Prima Guerra Mondiale. Segui i sentieri dei caribù tra le linee britanniche e tedesche e ammira il burrone Y dove le truppe del Reggimento di Terranova fecero la loro fatidica avanzata il 1° luglio 1916.
Guidato da esperti: Viaggia con uno storico esperto che dà vita alle storie dei campi di battaglia e offre approfondimenti sulla storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale.
Gruppi piccoli intimi: Con un massimo di 8 ospiti, avrai un'attenzione personalizzata e un'esperienza più significativa in ogni sito.
Accesso all-inclusive: Il tour include l'ingresso a siti chiave come il Museo della Trincea della Somme, il Memoriale di Thiepval, il Memoriale di Terranova e Villers-Bretonneux.
Trasporto confortevole: Rilassati in un minibus con aria condizionata che ti porterà da Parigi a tutti i luoghi più remoti del campo di battaglia, eliminando lo stress della navigazione e del parcheggio.
La maggior parte dei siti dista circa 2-2,5 ore di auto da Parigi. In genere i tour si occupano di tutti i trasferimenti.
Niente affatto. Le storie sono raccontate in modo coinvolgente e accessibile, per tutti coloro che sono curiosi di conoscere il passato.
È possibile, ma è un'area distante e remota. Un tour guidato fa risparmiare tempo e offre un contesto molto più profondo.
La primavera e l'inizio dell'autunno offrono il tempo migliore e la migliore visibilità, ma i siti sono potenti tutto l'anno.
I bambini e i ragazzi più grandi con un interesse per la storia possono trovarlo significativo, ma il contenuto è serio e riflessivo.
Alcuni tour prevedono una sosta per il pranzo in una località storica come Pozières; verifica le inclusioni specifiche al momento della prenotazione.
Inclusioni
Tour di un'intera giornata in Normandia (con attenzione al contributo al D-Day del Canada)
Guida professionista
Trasferimenti di andata e ritorno in un veicolo dotato di aria condizionata
Tour per piccoli gruppi per un massimo di 8 partecipanti
Puoi cancellare questi biglietti fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio dell'esperienza e ottenere un rimborso completo.
Prenota ora senza pagare. Cancella gratis se cambi idea.
Went with my wife and parents. Guide (Frederic) made history come alive. Lunch was delicious, cider tasting was a fun bonus. Long day but so rewarding.
History NERD heaven. Was worried it’d be too touristy but nope, super focused and respectful. The guide (Chloe) had a binder of old maps and photos, which really brought things to life. Lunch was in a local bistro—best bread I’ve had in France. The cider was sweet and crisp. Highly recommend.
Took my grandparents and they loved it. Our guide (Julien) was patient and spoke clearly. Beaches were stunning, cemetery was peaceful. Cider was a fun bonus.
Was expecting a bit more time at Omaha Beach, but the schedule was kinda tight. Our guide tried to keep everyone happy, but traffic set us back a bit (Paris roads, ugh). Still, learned a lot and the group was small, which was nice. Probably not for super young kids, tho. Cider place had good vibes.
If you’re a history fan, don’t miss this. Our guide (Jean) was a legend—so many facts and stories. The cider place had the friendliest staff. My teens actually enjoyed it too!
WOW, just wow. Our guide (Martin) was FANTASTIC. He got us to think about the stories behind the memorials. Lunch was in a little family run spot—delish. Do the cider tasting, it’s more fun than you think.
Went solo, ended up chatting with everyone in the group. Guide (Leo) was a gem. Lunch and cider tasting were coool. Weather was warm, bring water!
Incredible day! Our guide (Henri) was so knowledgeable. The American Cemetery was moving. Lunch was local and not touristy. Cider was a treat!
Such a powerful day! The American Cemetery gave me chills. Our guide even showed us a map from the actual D-Day landings. Lunch was so French, lol. Cider was a nice surprise.
I went with my dad for his bday, and wow, what a DAY. Our guide (Emma) really knew her stuff, like, she could point out a random bunker and tell you a wild story about it. Felt a bit rushed at Pointe du Hoc but honestly, we still got time for photos and just standing there... kinda overwhelming to be where so much happened. Lunch was yum—local cheese I can't pronounce, cider you gotta try. The van was suuuper comfy, but bring snacks if you’re like me and get hangry! Worth it x100.
Went solo and ended up chatting with everyone in the group by the end of the day. Jean (our guide) made sure we had time for questions at every stop, which was great. Cider tasting was so much fun—the owner is hilarious. Don’t skip the museum, even if you’re tired. Bring a small umbrella just in case, Normandy weather is unpredictable.
Amazing tour! Our guide (Lucas) made history come alive. Lunch was delish, cider was sweet. Bring a hat and water—it gets HOT.
Just got back and I already wanna go again. The guide (Arnaud) was hilarious and so knowledgeable. The cider place had the cutest dog. Weather was sunny and perfect. HIGHLY recommend!
Really interesting day. Felt a bit tired by the end, but our guide was so enthusiastic it kept me going. Lunch was a little slow to come out, but tasted great. Ooh, and the cider tasting was a nice break.
Our guide, Andre, made the whole trip—he’s a walking encyclopedia. Loved the mix of stories and quiet moments. Weather was a bit rainy but didn’t ruin it at all. The cider tasting was super fun. HIGHLY recommend for couples or friends.
This tour blew my mind. The guide (Marie) had personal stories that made it all real. Lunch was rustic and tasty, cider tasting was fun. Weather was perfect.
Very interesting. Guide was knowledgeable, group was small. Lunch was tasty, cider was sweet. Bring a sweater—can be breezy.
Absolutely recommend this tour. Guide (Ella) kept us engaged all day, and she had so many little facts I never heard before. Lunch was delicious—had the best quiche ever! My daughter loved the cider tasting, even tho she’s underage (they gave her apple juice, lol).
Just amazing. Guide (Chloe) was so knowledgeable. The cemetery was moving. Lunch was delicious. Cider tasting was a highlight.
Hands down, one of the best days of our trip. The stories, the views, the cider—EPIC! Our guide, Luc, even played WWII-era songs in the van, which was such a cool touch. We traveled with two other couples and everyone got along. Was a little crowded at the cemetery, but we still got to see everything. Bring a water bottle, there’s not always a place to refill.
Tour was well organized, guide knew his stuff. Wish there was more time at the museum. Lunch and cider tasting were great.
Really cool tour! Our guide (Leo) was super patient with our group. Lunch was delicious, cider was a treat. Bring cash for souvenirs.
History buff’s dream. Guide (Sophie) was passionate and happy to answer questions. Lunch and cider tasting were chill. Bring a rain jacket just in case!
I’m not big on tours usually but this one? LOVED IT. The guide (Alex) was super chill and answered all my random questions. The American cemetery honestly made me tear up. Got some great photos at Pointe du Hoc (can’t take pics inside the museum tho, FYI). The lunch was a surprise—homey and not touristy at all. Bonus: they had veggie options! Would go again with my mum.
Went with my girlfriend, and it was everything we wanted and more. Our guide (Elise) was FANTASTIC—she even had old photos to compare with the actual sites. Lunch was so French and the cider tasting was super fun. Do it!
Inclusioni
Tour di un giorno dei campi di battaglia e delle spiagge dello sbarco in Normandia
Guida professionista che parla inglese
Tour per piccoli gruppi di massimo 15 partecipanti
Visita guidata di Pointe du Hoc
Visita guidata di Omaha Beach e Juno Beach
Tempo libero al Cimitero Americano di Colleville sur Mer
Trasferimenti di andata e ritorno in un veicolo dotato di aria condizionata
Pranzo (opzionale)
Niels
Mikhail
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