Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial
Beaumont-Hamel, France
Preserved trenches and shell holes under grass, overlooked by a bronze caribou, where the Newfoundland Regiment was nearly destroyed on 1 July 1916. Canadian guides lead free walks.
- Nearest town
- Beaumont-Hamel, France
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 50.0735, 2.6480
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. Cold, short days in January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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- Le Pont Rouge et les VignesCampsite18 km from Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland MemorialTentsCaravansShowersToiletsWi-Fi
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- Camping Municipal Les PoissonniersCampsite21 km from Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial · 99 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowers
All campsites in France · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial?
Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial is in Beaumont-Hamel, France, at GPS 50.0735, 2.6480. It is about 26 km from Arras.
Can you camp near Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Bellevue, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 32 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial?
Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Somme battlefields and Vimy Ridge.
What is there to see near Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial?
Places worth a stop nearby: Thiepval Memorial (4 km), Lochnagar Crater (7 km), Australian National Memorial (23 km) and Amiens Cathedral (32 km).
When is the best time to visit Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)