Vimy Ridge: Vintage Méhari Battlefield Tour

Highlights

• Vintage open-air ride through Vimy Ridge
• Scenic route to Notre-Dame-de-Lorette with free time to explore
• A unique and pleasant way to experience the battlefield and remembrance sites
• Visit two of the most moving and significant First World War sites in the region
• Includes a guided tour of the Vimy Memorial

Description

Step into the landscapes of the First World War on a scenic, story-led drive through Vimy Ridge—aboard Citronette, a vintage open-air Citroën Méhari chauffeured by your guide. Designed for travelers who want to see beyond the main viewpoint, this experience blends expert guidance, curated battlefield stops, and time to explore at your own pace. Begin at the Canadian National Vimy Memorial Visitors Centre, meet your driver-guide, and head to the Vimy Memorial for a guided visit of the monument and its meaning. Then continue across the preserved terrain of Vimy Memorial Park, pausing for photos among craters, shell holes, trenches, cemeteries, and key memorial sites—places many visitors never reach without local knowledge. From the ridge, travel through the countryside around La Targette, passing British and French cemeteries and locations tied to frontline history, including a site associated with the Christmas Truce. The route continues toward the heights of Mont-Saint-Éloi, with additional memorials along the way, before arriving at Notre-Dame-de-Lorette. At Notre-Dame-de-Lorette, take in France’s largest military cemetery and the Ring of Remembrance, honoring 580,000 fallen of all nationalities. After your guide’s overview, enjoy free time to explore the basilica, lantern tower, and memorial landscape independently. To help you follow the route and absorb what you’re seeing, you’ll receive a printed guide with clear explanations and key points of interest.

Includes

Chauffeur-driven ride in a vintage open-air vehicle (Citronette) with experienced guide Guided tour of Vimy Memorial Up to 3 participants Carefully curated scenic route across Vimy Ridge and surrounding sites Stop at Notre-Dame-de-Lorette with free time to explore Printed guide with key information and points of interest to refer to during the sightseeing tour Local insights and route designed by local Canadian battlefield expert

Excludes

Food and drinks Train Station pickup and drop-off (available as an add-on) Poppy Picnic (available as an add-on) Gratuities (optional)

Important Information

• Duration: 2 hours Group size: Up to 3 participants Language: Printed guide in English (French available on request) Meeting point: Vimy Visitor Education Centre at Canadian National Vimy Memorial Vehicle: Chauffeur-driven vintage open-air car (Citronette) Weather: This is an open-air experience—please dress appropriately Accessibility: Not suitable for guests with limited mobility Children: Recommended for ages 10+ Poppy Picnics must be purchased more than 48 hours in advance of tour. Transfers from train stations between 11 am and 1 pm subject to availability. ⭐ Optional Route may vary slightly depending on conditions Free time at Notre-Dame-de-Lorette includes access to the Ring of Remembrance

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund