Welcome to the Poppy Country, a region located in Northern France that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, peaceful countryside, and deep historical significance.
The Poppy Country is a haven for nature lovers. Explore scenic hiking and cycling trails, enjoy birdwatching, or simply relax in the quiet and lovely villages. The area bursts into colour in spring and summer, with wild poppies painting the fields red – a striking symbol of the region’s past and resilience.
But the Poppy Country is more than just a beautiful place. It is also a land of memory.
Here, during the First World War, the Battle of the Somme in 1916 left an indelible mark on history.
Thousands of young soldiers from across the world fought and fell in these fields. Today, visitors can walk in their footsteps by exploring poignant memorials, preserved trenches and museums that tell their stories. You will find many memorials and sites on our aera :
- The largest Commonwealth Memorial in the world : The Thiepval Memorial to the Missing of the Somme
- The Newfoundland Memorial Park at Beaumont-Hamel (original trenchees)
- The Mametz Welsh Dragon Memorial at Mametz
- The village of Pozières
- The Basilica Notre Dame de Brebières in Albert
- The Somme museum 1916
These places are just few examples of the powerful sites that offer reflection and remembrance.
Whether you come for the peaceful landscapes or to honour the memory of the fallen, the Poppy Country invites you to connect with both nature and history in a way that is unforgettable. The Poppy Country will offer you a unique and emotional trip.
