Created in the second century AD, the Gallo-Roman village Louvemont lives mainly on agriculture.
The first church was built in the 11th century. It is replaced in the 17th century by the construction of a new church choir the nave and tower were erected in 1778.
With 300 inhabitants in 1846, its population has more in 1914, only 183 inhabitants mainly living from agriculture.
In August 1914, the front is at about 6 or 7 km from the village. The movement of civilians is thereby limited. Then in October 1914, an outbreak of the French army away a little of the dangers of sporadic fire from German artillery.
On February 21, 1916, the outbreak of the great German offensive, Louvemont is violently bombarded. Its advocates resist, until February 25 evening, the thunder and the terrible destruction that can cause the shells to the bayonet against the onslaught of German infantry.
From late February to mid-December 1916, the fiercest fighting to focus on the Pepper Coast, stretching from Louvemont to Vacherauville.
Finally, on 15 and 16 December 1916, the Germans left the area after the victorious offensive of General Mangin. The ruins of French Louvemont then revert to the end of the conflict.
Classified as "red zone", is said Louvemont village destroyed in 1919, benefiting from the unique status that will enable it to build, between the wars, the war memorial and the chapel Saint-Pierre-free links, inaugurated on 3 May 1930.
The inscription "In memory of Haudraumont and Mormont" on this monument recalls the existence of two vanished hamlets of the commune. Similarly, adding "Pepper Coast" in his own name reflects the will of its former inhabitants never erase from their memory the high place that marked the tragic story of the 1914-1918 war and their municipality.
SIGHTSEEING
The Chapel of Saint-Pierre-free links.
The war memorial.
The remains of the old cemetery.
The fountain and reconstituted stone and tree lines embodying the streets and the town hall and school.
Unusual home... Enter their dreams... In one village among many other, a man and a woman would pick up rocks in the fields to build huts topped. Lauze, planted, builded and dreamed...
Located 7.7 km from Louvemont-Côte-du-Poivre
From 20 € to 30 € per person
L'auberge de marville
Marville
The hostel is a hotel marville restaurant two stars by Michelin Guide, the little smart, Routard, Located in the historic village listed Marville, Meuse.
At the gates of Verdun Christine Albert & welcome you to their home dome entirely of wood, ecological and bioclimatic. Scenery and pampering provided ! Surprising !
Located 11 km from Louvemont-Côte-du-Poivre
70 € the double room
La métairie du Manoir
9.3
Watronville
Old house of character dating from 1851, having survived the Great War 1914/18. Located at the foot of the coasts of Meuse and surrounded by orchards. The owners will give you a charming...
Located 15.2 km from Louvemont-Côte-du-Poivre
58 € the double room
Chateau de labessiere
9.7
Ancemont
Lovely XVIIIth century chateau near Verdun and famous battlefields WW1. Reservations with dinners and drinks. Park with private pool/Minimum 2 nights in summer try it and enjoy it....
Cottage pretty nice and bright on the Meuse river is the starting point for exploring the surrounding area of verdun and sites of memory of the Great War.
Located 11.7 km from Louvemont-Côte-du-Poivre
From 300 € to 380 € per week
Gîte La ferme BRAQUIS
10
Verdun
Located in a small village Meuse in an old farmhouse, entirely renovated and inhabited by the owners, a stay of relaxation and calm you Braque. Near the Lorraine Regional Park and Sites...
Located 18.9 km from Louvemont-Côte-du-Poivre
From 215 € to 280 € per week
Meublé de vacances Les hirondelles
Braquis
Located in a small village. Nearby historic sites. Verdun battlefields and in 1914/1918.
Village Gaulois is located in Marre, 12 km from Verdun. The hotel offers private parking and easy access to the Verdun battlefields and Douaumont ossuary. Each of Village Gaulois’ unique...
Located 7.7 km from Louvemont-Côte-du-Poivre
Room from 70 €
Les Orchidees
8
Verdun
Les Orchidees is situated 2 km from the centre of Verdun, between Metz and Reims. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and en suite accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free private parking...
Located 8.2 km from Louvemont-Côte-du-Poivre
Room from 75 €
Hostellerie Du Coq Hardi
7.1
Verdun
Located in the heart of Verdun, Le Coq Hardi is on the banks of the River Meuse and opposite Japiot Park. It offers 35 guestrooms and suites equipped with satellite TV. Hotel Le Coq...
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