Monument to the Dead of Père Lachaise

The Monument to the Dead of Père Lachaise is a granite and bronze memorial featuring sculptured figures of soldiers and civilians within the cemetery grounds. It stands approximately 69 meters tall and spans roughly 14 meters wide.

The memorial was built in the early 1900s to honor Parisians who lost their lives during 20th century conflicts, particularly World War One. It was designed to commemorate both military personnel and civilians affected by these wars.

The memorial serves as a gathering place for annual ceremonies honoring fallen soldiers, particularly during French national remembrance days. People come together here to pay respects and acknowledge their sacrifice to the city.

Access the memorial through the main entrance of Père Lachaise Cemetery, following the central pathways toward the northwestern section. The grounds are walkable, and comfortable shoes are recommended as the cemetery sits on sloping terrain.

The memorial combines military and civilian figures in its design, an unusual choice that shows how war affected all levels of society. This artistic approach differed from many traditional war monuments that focused primarily on soldiers.

Location: 20th arrondissement of Paris

Inception: November 1, 1899

Architects: Albert Bartholomé

Creator: Albert Bartholomé

Height: 69 m

Width: 14 m

GPS coordinates: 48.86092,2.39194

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04