Nécropole nationale de Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer

The Nécropole nationale de Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer is a military burial ground in this southern French coastal town with around 1,080 graves arranged on dedicated grounds. Each grave is marked with standardized military headstones and is systematically recorded to preserve information about those buried here.

This national burial ground was officially established in 1948 and has served as the resting place for French soldiers who died during both World Wars. It was created to gather these war dead in one respectful location and to honor their memory.

The site serves as a place where families come to honor and remember their fallen relatives, making it an important space for paying respects and understanding personal military heritage. It holds meaning for many as a symbol of national remembrance for those who sacrificed their lives.

The cemetery is located along the Mediterranean coast and is accessible by foot or car from town, making it easy to reach. Planning ahead to locate specific graves helps since the grounds are extensive and require some navigation.

Visitors can actively participate in documenting and photographing graves to contribute to the site's digital preservation efforts. This community project has helped secure important information about many of the soldiers buried here.

Location: Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer

Location: Var

Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Inception: December 1948

Website: https://memoires-de-guerres.var.fr/arkotheque/client/ad_var/memoires_de_guerres/fiche_detail.php?ref=33616

GPS coordinates: 43.07827,5.93469

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42