Heritage and Matrimony Days at Fort des Dunes

Culture September 19, 2026 → September 20, 2026

About the event

Fort des Dunes invites you to discover its history through a series of themed activities. → Drawing workshop from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday → 10:30 a.m.: Environmental tour “The Fort’s Historical and Ecological Setting” (30 minutes) → 11:30 a.m.: In the Footsteps of the 12th Motorized Infantry Division (30 minutes) → 2:00 p.m.: Women Poets, Stars in the Darkness (1 hour) → 3:00 p.m.: The Sacrificed Men of Operation Dynamo (fort and cemetery) (30 minutes) → 4:00 PM: In the Footsteps of the 12th Motorized Infantry Division (30 minutes) → 5:00 PM: The Fort During the Occupation (30 minutes) The self-guided tour with an audio guide is fully accessible.

Practical info

Sep 19

September 19, 2026 → September 20, 2026 10h00 → 18h00

Venue Fort des Dunes, 59495 Leffrinckoucke, France
Price Free
Category Culture

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Fort des Dunes

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JEP - The Dune Fort

Leffrinckoucke

THE FORT OF THE DUNES Explore every corner of the Fort through various themed tours: the Occupation, Operation Dynamo, biodiversity… Women’s heritage is also highlighted: the tour “Women Poets, Stars in the Dark” is offered both days at 2 p.m.

JEP - The Fort of Petite-Synthe

Dunkerque

THE FORT AT PETITE-SYNTHE Explore the fort and learn about the lives of the garrisoned soldiers, the telegraph system, the ambulance, the kitchen, and the retractable turret.

JEP - The Major Battles of Dunkirk and the Surrounding Area

Dunkerque

On September 19, European Heritage Day invites you to discover the great battles of Dunkirk and its surroundings. Organized by the Malo-les-Bains City Hall, this exhibition will bring the region’s history to life through artifacts, maps, and firsthand accounts. Come explore the local heritage in a friendly and enriching setting.