Arboretum de Craonne

The Arboretum de Craonne (7 hectares ) is an arboretum located near Craonne, Aisne, Picardie, France. The arboretum was planted on the site of the former village of Craonne, totally devastated in April-May 1917 by French artillery during World War I, and serves as its memorial. Its cratered terrain is a reminder of the war's extreme destruction. Today the arboretum contain 57 varieties of trees, together with signs displaying maps and photos of the former village. It is open daily without charge.

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