Blockhaus d'Éperlecques, Military museum near Saint-Omer, France
The reinforced concrete bunker spans over 120,000 cubic meters and features exhibits about German V-weapons from World War II.
Construction began in March 1943 under Organisation Todt to create a V2 missile launch facility with capacity for 100 missiles.
The site preserves wartime memories through exhibits, military equipment displays, and interpretative panels detailing the German weapons program.
The museum opens from April through October, offering audio guides in eight languages and accommodating visitors with reduced mobility.
The structure contains the only preserved V1 launching position in Europe, extending 45 meters in length.
Location: Éperlecques
Inception: March 1943
Architects: Organisation Todt
Made from material: reinforced concrete
Address: Rue des Sarts - 62910
GPS coordinates: 50.82861,2.18361
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:37
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