Villers-Bretonneux, Commune in Somme, France.
Villers-Bretonneux is a commune in the Somme located near Amiens, occupying a strategic position in northern France. The A29 motorway and railway line connecting Amiens to Tergnier run through its territory.
The settlement first appears in written records in 1123, and by the 14th century, defensive walls surrounded it. In April 1918, the first tank battle in military history took place here.
The town maintains a living connection to Australia through annual Anzac Day commemorations held at the National Memorial, where visitors encounter the enduring bond with Australian troops. This relationship shapes how locals view their community's place in history.
The location is easily reached via the A29 motorway and railway, making it accessible as a base for visits to the region. Visitors seeking local information can find the municipal offices on Place du General de Gaulle.
On 15 April 1918, two tanks met in direct combat here for the first time, marking a turning point in how warfare would evolve. This clash drew international attention and permanently shifted military tactics.
Location: Somme
Location: arrondissement of Amiens
Elevation above the sea: 93 m
Shares border with: Fouilloy, Aubercourt, Aubigny, Cachy, Démuin, Hamelet, Hangard, Lamotte-Warfusée, Marcelcave
Phone: +33322963100
Email: mairie@villers-bretonneux.com
Website: https://villers-bretonneux.com
GPS coordinates: 49.86694,2.52000
Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:29
Villers–Bretonneux Australian National Memorial
2.3 kmSir John Monash Centre
2.3 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Villers-Bretonneux
415 m
Mémorial australien du Hamel
3.8 km
Église de l'Assomption-de-la-Sainte-Vierge de Cachy
3.4 km
Église Saint-Marcel de Marcelcave
4.3 km
Église Saint-Martin de Gentelles
5.2 km
Sir John Monash Centre
2.3 km
Église d'Aubigny
4.6 km
Villers-Bretonneux Military Cemetery
2.3 km
Fouilloy Communal Cemetery, Commonwealth section
4.1 km
Église Saint-Quentin d'Aubercourt
4.9 km
Église Saint-Martin d'Hangard
4.8 km
Église de Démuin
5.4 km
Chapel of Saint Colette of Corbie
4.5 km
Église Saint-Mathieu de Fouilloy
3.9 kmWayside cross
5.3 kmCroix du Sacrifice
1.6 kmCastle
5.1 kmMemorial, war memorial
4.6 kmBorne Vauthier № 10
613 mMemorial, war memorial
289 mWayside cross
4.8 kmMemorial
3.9 kmMemorial
3.9 kmMemorial
3.9 kmWayside cross
3.7 kmMemorial, war memorial
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