Monument de la Voie sacrée

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Monument de la Voie sacrée, War memorial in Nixéville-Blercourt, France.

The Monument de la Voie Sacrée features stone construction with military elements and stands as a tribute along the historic supply route.

Built in the 1920s, this memorial marks the Sacred Way road that transported 2.4 million soldiers and supplies during the Battle of Verdun.

The monument represents French military logistics excellence and includes commemorative stones with helmet designs placed at each kilometer interval.

Visitors can access the memorial site by following the D1916 road, which connects Bar-le-Duc to Verdun through the Meuse department.

The memorial stands at Moulin-Brûlé location, commemorating the only supply route that supported French forces during the Verdun offensive.

Location: Nixéville-Blercourt

Architects: Gaston Schmitt, François Barrois

GPS coordinates: 49.12333,5.29683

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:56

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