Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine and its collection

Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine
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Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine is a museum in Marckolsheim in France.

FRMusée Mémorial de la Ligne Maginot du Rhin
ENRhine Maginot Line Memorial Museum
ENMemorial Museum of the Rhine Maginot Line
FRMémorial-Musée de la ligne Maginot du Rhin

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology

Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine
Rue du Rhin

Visitor information Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine

Opening hours

From 15/03 to 14/06 and from 16/09 to 15/11 Sundays and public holidays between 9 am and 12 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm.
From 15/06 to 15/09 every day between 9 am and 12 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm.

Admission

Adults€3.00
Children from 7 years old€2.00
Groups (per person)€2.50

Facilities

We don't have information about the facilities of Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine.

Location & Map

Rue du Rhin, Marckolsheim

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Exhibitions

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Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine in Marckolsheim, France, offers visitors an informative look into a significant part of French military history. This museum, housed in an authentic Maginot Line fortification, provides a realistic glimpse into the defensive system built before World War II.

    Visitors generally appreciate the well-preserved state of the fortification and the authentic atmosphere it maintains. The museum's exhibits include original equipment, weapons, and personal items of soldiers, which help to paint a vivid picture of life in the fortification during wartime. Many reviewers find the guided tours to be informative and engaging, often led by knowledgeable volunteers who are passionate about the subject.

    The museum's strength lies in its ability to educate visitors about the Maginot Line's purpose, construction, and ultimate fate. It effectively illustrates the immense effort and resources that went into creating this defensive system, as well as its strategic importance during the war.

    However, some visitors note that the museum can be a bit challenging for those with mobility issues due to steep stairs and narrow passageways, which is understandable given the nature of the original structure. Additionally, a few reviewers mention that some information is only available in French, which might be a drawback for non-French speaking visitors.

    Despite these minor issues, the Memorial Museum of the Maginot Line of the Rhine is generally regarded as a worthwhile visit for history enthusiasts and those interested in military architecture. It provides a tangible connection to an important chapter in French and European history.

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