Ouvrage du Galgenberg
Large Maginot Line fortress near Cattenom, restored by volunteers and open to visitors on special open days and for groups.
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About the museum
The Galgenberg fortress (A15) was built between 1931 and 1936 in the forest of Cattenom. It has two entrances and six combat blocks linked by underground galleries. Its main mission was to observe the Moselle valley from an observation post on the top of the hill, while also flanking the Sonnenberg casemate to the north and the small Sentzich fortress to the south.
In 1940 the garrison numbered around 430 men under Captain de la Teysonnière, drawn from the 167th Fortress Infantry Regiment, the 151st Fortress Artillery Regiment and the 203rd Fortress Engineer Battalion.
Today the association of the fortified sector of the Cattenom forest maintains and restores the site. The visit goes through the galleries, the forward positions and the soldiers’ living quarters; the association also presents a replica of a 1940 gas alarm box, reinstalled deep inside the fortress.
Highlights
- Six combat blocks linked by underground galleries
- Galleries, forward positions and soldiers’ living quarters
- Replica of a 1940 gas alarm box
- Maginot Line trail around the blocks
Permanent exhibition
- Visite guidée du gros ouvrage du Galgenberg – Visit through the galleries, forward positions and living quarters of a large Maginot Line fortress, restored by volunteers.
- Operated by
- Association du secteur fortifié de la forêt de Cattenom
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
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| Children & teens | €4free up to age 11 · €4 for ages 12 to 18; free for children under 12. |
| Groups (10+ people) | –Group visits by appointment, for groups of 10 or more. |
During the European Heritage Days 2026, prices are halved: €4 for adults, €2 for teenagers, free for children under 12. Card payment accepted.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 11 |
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Free admission for children under 12.
Getting there & parking
The site is located in the Cattenom forest; the association’s website does not give a precise address.
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 2 hrs |
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| Good to know | Guided visit of about 2 hours. Bring warm clothing and good shoes. The association also maintains a Maginot Line trail around the blocks. |
