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The Australian Remembrance Trail along the Western Front (ART) honours Australian servicemen and women who served along the Western Front during the First World War. It includes museums, memorials, cemeteries and other related points of interest. Located not far from the front line, to the north-west of Villers-Bretonneux, the Chateau of Querrieu is one of these.
History
Although the first recorded mention of the Chateau dates to the year 853 during the reign of Charles the Bald, the many sieges that followed during its history have left only the foundations and two cylindrical towers of the original medieval Chateau of Querrieu.
In the 17th century, it was rebuilt and, in the 19th century, its interior was remodelled. Now Heritage listed, it is surrounded by Vast English-style grounds with magnificent century-old trees.
During the First World War, the Chateau served as headquarters to the 4th British Army under the command of General Rawlinson. On 10 August 1916, King George V travelled to Querrieu with his son the Prince of Wales in order to present military decorations to the Generals Fayolle and Balfourier. On 20 July 1918, General John Monash visited the Chateau to award commendations and medals to the 4th Australian infantry Division, which had distinguished itself during the Battle of Le Hamel.
The château of Querrieu will exceptionally open its doors during in July and September of 2026, as part of the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme.
Practical information
Open every weekend on July and September 2026, from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Individual admission: €8
Group rate: €7 (between 10 and 25 people, by booking only)
Address: Château de Querrieu, 3 rue du Bois Galhaut, 80115 Querrieu
Contact: 0322401409 / 0610224773
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