Albert

Albert occupies a strategic location in northern France, positioned 21 kilometers from Amiens and 129 kilometers from Paris at an elevation of 67 meters.

The town experienced severe damage during World War I, with its Notre-Dame de Brebières basilica's Golden Virgin statue remaining in a tilted position until 1918.

The Abri Museum, housed in former World War II underground shelters, presents artifacts and memorials depicting the local wartime experience through detailed exhibitions.

The central market operates every Saturday, offering regional products while connecting residents and visitors through traditional commerce in the town center.

The reconstruction after World War I included a complete redesign of the main streets and an exact replica of the original basilica with its distinctive statue.

Location: Somme

Location: arrondissement of Péronne

Location: Communauté de communes du Pays du Coquelicot

Elevation above the sea: 78 m

Shares border with: Aveluy, Bécordel-Bécourt, Bouzincourt, Dernancourt, Méaulte, Mesnil-Martinsart, Millencourt, Ovillers-la-Boisselle

Address: 80300 Albert, France 80300 Albert

Phone: +33322743838

Email: mairie@ville-albert.fr

Website: http://ville-albert.fr/fr

GPS coordinates: 50.00194,2.65222

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:00