Historical re-enactment at the Musée de la Grande Guerre: travel back in time this weekend

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Published by Cécile de Sortiraparis, Caroline de Sortiraparis · Photos by Julie de Sortiraparis · Published on July 19th, 2023 at 03:50 p.m.
The Musée de la Grande Guerre (Great War Museum) welcomes visitors back to the days of the 14-18 war, for a weekend of re-enactments on Saturday September 2 and Sunday September 3, 2023.

The Musée de la Grande Guerre's re-enactment weekend is a must for all history buffs. Just imagine: over 300 First World War enthusiasts, dressed in period costume and assembled in a bivouac, take us back in time to 1914, 50 kilometers from Paris.

For a whole weekend, the 14-18 re-enactors play their part, giving visitors, especially children, the opportunity to learn more about daily life during the Great War, in a fun and lively way. The event takes visitors through the daily lives of French, German and American soldiers, as well as the role of dovecotes, cooks and nurses, in a festive atmosphere.

The experience is totally adapted to children, who can more easily immerse themselves in this chapter of history, far from the books and manuals often disliked by young people. Several associations are working together to make this weekend a real success, and a highlight to be shared by enthusiasts.

On Saturday, September 2 and Sunday, September 3, 2023, we're off to the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux, to take part in this must-see event that's still as impressive as ever. Reservations are strongly recommended for this re-enactment.

Discover the highlights of the 2023 re-enactment weekend:

  • 14-kilometre walk
    Saturday, September 2.
    Discover the area around the museum and its history!

  • Parades of re-enactors
    Saturday, September 3 11am: Meaux town center
    Sunday, September 4 11am: Beauval district

  • In the museum grounds, the bivouac comes to life:
    Raising of the colors
    Entertainment at each association's camp
    Presentation of the associations
    Pen-writing workshops, tabletop games, wargames
    Museum store

  • New in 2023 :
    Equestrian demonstrations
    Bayonet fencing demonstrations
    Sports training and hurling matches...

This event takes place in the museum grounds. Feel free to explore the museum, too, and admire its extensive collection of historical artifacts. Free shuttle buses run between the town's railway station and the museum. All in all, a great weekend!

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From September 2nd, 2023 to September 3rd, 2023

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    Location

    Rue Lazare Ponticelli
    77100 Meaux

    Accessibility info

    Prices
    Moins de 18 ans: Free
    Tarif adulte: €5
    Pass deux jours: €8

    Official website
    www.museedelagrandeguerre.com

    Booking
    museedelagrandeguerre.tickeasy.com

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