© La Main de Massiges - Massiges - Centre d'interprétation Marne 14-18
© La Main de Massiges - Massiges - Centre d'interprétation Marne 14-18
© La Main de Massiges - Massiges - Centre d'interprétation Marne 14-18
© La Main de Massiges - Massiges - Centre d'interprétation Marne 14-18
© La Main de Massiges - Massiges - Centre d'interprétation Marne 14-18
© La Main de Massiges - Massiges - Centre d'interprétation Marne 14-18
© La Main de Massiges - Massiges - Centre d'interprétation Marne 14-18
© La Main de Massiges - Massiges - Centre d'interprétation Marne 14-18
Why enjoy
it ... !
La Main de Massiges, or ‘Hand of Massiges’, is an important First World War site. Following their withdrawal in September 1914, the Germans took up a position on this natural piece of high ground, whose shape resembles a left hand laid flat on the ground, each finger representing a bastion of this natural fortress.
The Vierge aux Abeilles (Virgin of the Bees): Before the war, a bronze statue of the Virgin Mary stood by the roadside near Massiges. French soldiers adopted her and placed her in the temporary military cemetery. She was pierced by a rifle bullet and a swarm of bees came and nested there, hence the name, the Virgin of the Bees.
The Vierge aux Abeilles (Virgin of the Bees): Before the war, a bronze statue of the Virgin Mary stood by the roadside near Massiges. French soldiers adopted her and placed her in the temporary military cemetery. She was pierced by a rifle bullet and a swarm of bees came and nested there, hence the name, the Virgin of the Bees.
Pets allowed
YesVisits
Average duration of visit
120 Min
Languages available for visits
German,
English,
French
Guided tour available on request
Yes
Self-guided tour available on request
Yes
Self-guided tours available at any time
Yes
Prestations
Reviews
Prices
| Wording | Season | Minimum rate (In €) | Max. rate (In €) | Further information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free of charge | ||||
| Group rate | 8.5 | 8.5 | ||
| Child rate | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Groups
Group accepted
10
Minimum number of people
100
Maximum number of people
Coach park
120
Average visit duration (in minutes)
Opening
1 March 2026 to 13 November 2026
| Monday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Wednesday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Thursday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Friday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Saturday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Sunday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Monday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Wednesday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Thursday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Friday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Saturday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
| Sunday | De 09h00 à 19h00 |
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