TROYON STRENGTH
2024
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A fort at Lacroix-sur-Meuse in keeping with the motto of fortifications: bury yourself in the ruins rather than surrender
Supported by the forts of the Camp des Romains south of Génicourt in the north, Troyon saved the Verdun site after September 13, 1914. However, the fort was ordered to surrender unconditionally and respected the motto of the fortifications: to bury itself under the ruins rather than surrender. For five days, Troyon took the shock of the German artillery. On this sacrifice made by the entire garrison depended the integrity of Verdun, and consequently on the outcome of the conflict. Fallen into oblivion for more than 80 years, its preservation is now ensured by the association Ceux de Troyon, a handful of volunteers who run the place so that the new generations do not forget the sacrifice of their elders.
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Open April to October, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, 2pm to 6pm. Year-round by reservation for groups only. Free for children under 12. Adults: €6. Children (aged 12 to 16): €4. Group (5 people): €10. Meals can be arranged for group visits during the summer season (April to September). Information on reservation. Guided tour (duration 1h30).
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Lieu magnifique plein d’histoire qui vaut le coup de faire un détour
Je recommande grandement
Bravo aux bénévoles qui sont malheureusement de moins en moins nombreux
A noter aussi, la visite spéciale des souterrains, qui se fait sur réservation le dimanche matin. La visite dure 1 heures 30 environ, dans des galeries creusées dans la roche durant la guerre. C'est un complément très intéressant, en plus de la visite classique du fort.