MÉMORIAL’ 14-18
« 3 unique sites to understand the First World War in Nord-Pas-de-Calais and follow the traces of our history to better understand the present. »
UNDERSTAND
HISTORY CENTRE
The story of the war is told using images in this block of black concrete and glass. It is a unique immersion into the First World War.
COMMEMORATE
RING OF REMEMBRANCE
This international memorial brings together the names of 580,000 soldiers who lost their lives in Nord-Pas-de-Calais between 1914 and 1918. It is a powerful and moving place.
REFLECT
LORETTE NECROPOLIS
The bodies of 42,000 soldiers are resting here for eternity. The Lorette National Necropolis is the largest necropolis in France.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
HOURS
From 1 April to 11 November :
• From Wednesday to Friday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. / 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. / 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
From 12 November to 31 March :
• From Wednesday to Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Closed in January
ACCESS
102 Rue Pasteur,
62153 Souchez
Access the car park via Chemin de Lens
Follow directions for « Notre-Dame-de-Lorette » to arrive in Souchez
PRICES
Free entry,
all year except for special events.
Children’s guide available from reception for €3 (from 7-8 years old to 12-13 years old).
Audio guide available in four languages : French, English, German and Dutch for €3.
ACCESSIBILITY
History Centre
Ring Of Remembrance
Notre-Dame-De-Lorette Necropolis
