Musée colombophile militaire du Mont-Valérien, Military pigeon museum in Suresnes, France.
The museum exhibits military communication equipment, carrier pigeon artifacts, and historical documents within the fortified complex of Mont Valérien in Suresnes.
The museum, established in 1981, preserves the legacy of carrier pigeons that transported crucial messages across enemy lines during World War I and II.
The exhibitions demonstrate the evolution of military communications from carrier pigeons to modern technology through extensive collections and educational displays.
Visitors can schedule guided tours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with special access during European Heritage Days in September.
The museum houses the preserved remains of Vaillant, a decorated carrier pigeon that served with distinction during World War I.
Location: Suresnes
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: 1 Av. du Professeur Léon Bernard, 92150 Suresnes, France
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 14:00-18:00
Phone: +33147284635
Website: https://onac-vg.fr/hauts-lieux-memoire-necropoles/memorial-du-mont-valerien
GPS coordinates: 48.87191,2.21606
Latest update: September 26, 2025 11:59
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