In August 1914, violent battles were fought between French and German army units in and around the citadel at Dinant. More than a century later, the citadel allows the public to discover that key moment in our history. One hundred years after the events, the imposing yet poignant setting of the citadel takes modern-day visitors back to the heart of the battles.
There is no need to re-enact conflicts here. On the contrary, visitors can use their imagination to transport themselves back in time through the sounds) of the past.
The citadel is surrounded by crosses, which bear witness to the deadly combats of the war's early days.
It is important to remember the European context of these events. To help visitors understand the strategic importance of the site, an interactive model of the citadel and town is available, which highlights the armies' strategies and provides a reconstruction of the successive battles of August 1914.
Different ways to discover Dinant
In the air, on land, or on the water, we offer a range of options for visiting the Dinant Citadel. Immerse yourself in the history of Dinant and the Citadel by discovering the history of this Dinant monument, from its origins to the present day. Leap back in time and relive the key dates in the history of the town of Dinant.