1914 Battle of the Marne Tour

The plains of Brie witnessed the first stages of the Battle of the Marne, which lasted from 5 to 12 September 1914.
Since the outbreak of war in August, the German army had crossed Belgium and was pursuing the retreating French armies and British expeditionary force.
Paris was only 40 kilometres away! But history took a different course... The "Miracle of the Marne" ensued.
Start at the Musée de la Grande Guerre (Great War Museum), in Meaux and follow in the footsteps of the soldiers of the Battle of the Marne, as you discover the places and people that made history.
A 55-kilometre tour through the countryside and 11 sites to explore, evoking a decisive battle of the First World War, in an almost unchanged landscape.

How to follow the circuit

Focus sur

La première bataille de la Marne

Le Pays de Meaux en première ligne

A world from the Chairmain - A walk down memory lane

« Dear visitors,


I'm delighted to introduce you to this brand-new website dedicated to the Battle of the Marne Tour.


Here you'll find a map of the tour, which you can take by bike, car or on foot, information about catering and accommodation for visitors, and a schedule of events linked to the Battle of the Marne that will be taking place throughout the cultural season. You can also read historical content written by local heritage associations.


The Battle of the Marne was a key moment in the First World War. This little-known episode in our history is nonetheless essential. Had the French army not won the battle, it would have been wiped out and Germany would probably have taken over the whole of Europe.


Whether you're from Meaux, a cultural heritage tourist or simply a foreign visitor, with family or friends, the Battle of the Marne Tour will give you the opportunity to discover or rediscover this essential part of our history from a new perspective.


We hope you enjoy your visit.»

THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMUNAUTÉ D'AGGLOMÉRATION DU PAYS DE MEAUX (MEAUX AGGLOMERATION COMMUNITY)

A world from the Chairmain - A walk down memory lane

« Dear visitors,


I'm delighted to introduce you to this brand-new website dedicated to the Battle of the Marne Tour.


Here you'll find a map of the tour, which you can take by bike, car or on foot, information about catering and accommodation for visitors, and a schedule of events linked to the Battle of the Marne that will be taking place throughout the cultural season. You can also read historical content written by local heritage associations.


The Battle of the Marne was a key moment in the First World War. This little-known episode in our history is nonetheless essential. Had the French army not won the battle, it would have been wiped out and Germany would probably have taken over the whole of Europe.


Whether you're from Meaux, a cultural heritage tourist or simply a foreign visitor, with family or friends, the Battle of the Marne Tour will give you the opportunity to discover or rediscover this essential part of our history from a new perspective.


We hope you enjoy your visit.»

THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMUNAUTÉ D'AGGLOMÉRATION DU PAYS DE MEAUX (MEAUX AGGLOMERATION COMMUNITY)