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Les Entonnoirs de Flirey: Scars of the Great War

Witness the haunting legacy of World War I at Les Entonnoirs de Flirey, where mine craters mark the brutal battles fought beneath the surface.

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Les Entonnoirs de Flirey, or the Mine Craters of Flirey, are a stark reminder of the intense fighting that took place during World War I. Located near the village of Flirey, these large craters mark the landscape, testaments to the brutal underground battles fought here.

A brief summary to Les entonnoirs de Flirey

  • Flirey, 54470, FR

Local tips

  • Wear appropriate footwear for walking on uneven terrain around the craters.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Flirey National Cemetery and the remains of the destroyed village to gain a deeper understanding of the area's history.
  • Visit the Bois de Mort Mare (Dead Wood Pond) to see more mine craters and a memorial to a young soldier.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    Les Entonnoirs de Flirey are located between Flirey and Essey-et-Maizerais along the D904. From Flirey, head west on D904. The mine craters will be visible along the roadside. Parking is available along the D904. There are no tolls on this route. Parking is free.

  • Public Transport

    While there isn't direct public transport to Les Entonnoirs de Flirey, you can take a train or bus to a nearby town like Metz or Nancy. From there, you would need to rent a car or take a taxi to reach the site, which is approximately 40 km from Nancy. A taxi from Nancy would cost approximately €80-€100.

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Les Entonnoirs de Flirey offers a haunting glimpse into the past, where the scars of World War I are still visible on the landscape. These mine craters, or 'entonnoirs' in French, are the remnants of fierce underground battles fought between French and German forces. The area around Flirey was strategically important during the war, and the fighting here was particularly brutal. Visitors can walk among these silent witnesses to history, imagining the conditions faced by soldiers in the tunnels beneath their feet. The sheer scale of the craters is sobering, offering a tangible connection to the past and a deeper understanding of the sacrifices made during the war. The site serves as a poignant memorial to the lives lost and the enduring impact of conflict on the land. Flirey itself was largely destroyed during the First World War due to its location on the front line. The village was later rebuilt with town planning based on the Nancy School of design. Nearby, visitors can also find the Flirey National Cemetery, which holds the remains of soldiers who died during the battles of La Woëvre.

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