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Ville de Thionville
Ville de Thionville
Ville de Thionville
Guentrange Fort, constructed by the Germans between 1899 and 1906, has three barracks and two artillery sections of four 10cm canons. The fort was constructed with a view to protecting Thionville and its large rail network against any French attack. Although having an extremely important strategic role to play, the Fort was not attacked during the First World War. Having passed under French control after the 1918 armistice, it then formed part of the Maginot Line in 1930. In 1940, the Germans renovated the fort and used this as a depository and workshop, before it was finally taken over by the US Army in 1944. After
the War, the fort was used as a weapons store for the 25th artillery regiment. Since 1971, it has no longer been used for military purposes. Thanks to the efforts of Thionville and the Amicale du Groupe fortifié de Guentrange, it has become a monument for remembrance tourism in Lorraine.
the War, the fort was used as a weapons store for the 25th artillery regiment. Since 1971, it has no longer been used for military purposes. Thanks to the efforts of Thionville and the Amicale du Groupe fortifié de Guentrange, it has become a monument for remembrance tourism in Lorraine.
Practical information
Historic monument or place to visit in THIONVILLE, on the theme(s) Military interest.
Guentrange Fort, constructed by the Germans between 1899 and 1906, has three barracks and two artillery sections of four 10cm canons. The fort was constructed with a view to protecting Thionville and its large rail network against any French attack. Although having an extremely important strategic role to play, the Fort was not attacked during the First World War. Having passed under French control after the 1918 armistice, it then formed part of the Maginot Line in 1930.
Languages spoken
English, German
Facilities and services
Comfort
Toilets Shop
Visit conditions
Visits
Guided tours at all times Signposted footpaths
Groups accepted on reservation Coach parking available
Duration of the visit : 2:00
Prices
Adult (full rate) : 5 € Child : 3 € Foreign language tour : 5 € Guided tour : 5 €
Contact us
GROUPE FORTIFIÉ DE GUENTRANGE
- http://www.fort-guentrange.com
- fort.guentrange@gmail.com
- 03 82 88 12 15
- Chemin du Fort57100 THIONVILLE
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