Verdun

Verdun is a town in Lorraine, France.

Understand
Verdun has seen a lot of fighting, most famously during World War I, when it represented the bloody line of attrition between the Allies and Central Powers (but primarily, the French and Germans) for 11 months. Its history is reflected in its monuments and memorial plaques.

By train
Verdun's famous (Gare de Verdun) was built by Eiffel in 1868 and was turned into a military hospital from 1914-1916. It is a functioning train station today, with service by SNCF.

Go next

 * Metz
 * Reims