Thiepval Memorial

Thiepval Memorial is a war memorial in France's Somme region, featuring interlocking arch formations that dominate the landscape. The structure combines brick construction with stone cladding and rises significantly above the surrounding terrain.

The memorial was inaugurated in 1932, years after the fighting ended, to honor soldiers who died between 1915 and 1918. Its construction represented a commitment to remembering those losses for future generations.

The names of fallen soldiers are carved into the stone piers, serving as a place where visitors connect with the individual stories behind the monument. People walk through the structure to reflect on those who are remembered here.

The grounds are openly accessible, and there is an information center where visitors can learn about the battles that took place in the area. Visit during daylight hours to fully appreciate the monument's details and the surrounding landscape.

The memorial contains interior chambers that offer spaces for reflection and display additional historical details about those commemorated. These quiet spaces within the structure give visitors a deeper experience beyond simply viewing the monument from outside.

Location: Authuille

Inception: August 1, 1932

Architects: Edwin Lutyens

Architectural style: Art Deco

Height: 45 m

Part of: Funerary and memory sites of the First World War (Western Front)

Website: https://cwgc.org/find/find-cemeteries-and-memorials/80800/thiepval-memorial

GPS coordinates: 50.05056,2.68583

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:00