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Beginning August 1, 2024, the platform on top of the Observation Bunker at Pointe du Hoc will be closed to the public due to visitor safety and preservation concerns. Access to the interior of the Observation Bunker and path around the front of the structure will be permitted.

Overview

The World War I Montfaucon American Monument is located seven miles south of the Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery and Memorial and 20 miles northwest of Verdun, France.

It consists of a massive granite doric column, surmounted by a statue symbolic of liberty, which towers more than 200-feet above the war ruins of the former village. It commemorates the American victory during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive during the period Sept. 26, 1918, to Nov. 11, 1918, when the American First Army forced the enemy to conduct a general retreat on this front.

On the walls of the foyer are an engraved map of the operations with a narrative and a special tribute to the American troops who served here. The observation platform on top of the memorial is reached by 234 steps and affords magnificent views of this battlefield.

Dedicated

1937

Location

France

Getting There

The Montfaucon Monument is located next to the small village of Montfaucon-en-Argonne in the Meuse region of Northeast France. The monument is about 20 miles northwest of the city of Verdun. As an alternate to GPS coordinates, a user can input the town center of Montfaucon-en-Argonne and follow the road signs to the site.

Directions

The inside of the Montfaucon American Monument is currently open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., except on American and French holidays.

Admission is FREE and does not require booking in advance.

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Travel via car

Travel by car from Paris is approximately 145 miles via toll highway A-4 and takes about 3 hours.Â Those coming from Paris should use exit 29.1 near the village of Clermont-en-Argonne and then travel north via the small town of Varennes-en-Argonne. Once there, follow the American Monument signs to the cemetery.Â Be sure to take note of the American Cemetery signs which direct traffic to a different location: the Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery near the town of Romagne-sous-Montfaucon. The monument is about six miles south of the cemetery.If driving from Verdun travel North towards the village of Consenvoye and follow the signs for American Monument.

Travel via train

Non-stop bullet train (TGV) service from the Gare de l’Est train station in Paris to the Meuse-TGV train station near Verdun is available and takes about an hour. A shuttle bus takes you from the train station to Verdun.

Travel via airplane

Paris is approximately 145 miles from the monument.

Travel via public transportation

Public transportation to the monument is not available.

Lodging

:Hotels are available in Verdun.

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Vintage Poster

Vintage posters convey the beauty, tranquility, and solemnity of the place as a sign of respect for those who fought so that we can live free today.

A vintage poster was created by French artist DOZ for all ABMC cemeteries and five monuments and memorials to mark ABMC’s centennial. Inspired by the famous photographers from the 1950’s who made a point of capturing joyful, light hearted moments of life, these posters represent the most symbolic and iconic elements of each site.

At this time, we are not offering printed versions of the posters, but the high-resolution printing file for each poster is available here for personal use. Please note that the posters are copyrighted and may not be reproduced for commercial purposes. Please contact ABMC Public Affairs at publicaffairs@abmc.gov with any questions.

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ANZAC Day Ceremony at Clark Veterans Cemetery in coordination with RSL Australia – Angeles City Sub Branch.

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Etiquette

Please remember that ABMC cemeteries are sacred burial grounds, honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. We ask that you conduct yourself with the utmost respect and solemnity during your visit. Kindly refrain from any behavior that might disturb the peace and dignity of this hallowed place. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.