Fort Souville, Military fort in Fleury-devant-Douaumont, France
Fort Souville stands on a strategic ridge overlooking the Verdun battlefield, featuring underground shelters and a retractable turret with two 155mm gun positions.
The fort endured intense bombardment during the Battle of Verdun in 1916, receiving 38,000 shells while maintaining operational underground facilities for French troops.
Fort Souville represents French military engineering from the post-Franco-Prussian War period, incorporating advanced defensive elements within the Séré de Rivières system.
Visitors should follow marked paths to the Massif fortifié de Souville ridge, as direct exploration of the fort remains restricted for safety reasons.
The fort maintained functional medical facilities and command posts throughout World War I, serving as a critical shelter for soldiers heading to front lines.
Location: Fleury-devant-Douaumont
Part of: Forts of Verdun, Séré de Rivières system
GPS coordinates: 49.18795,5.43931
Latest update: June 19, 2025 11:39
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