A1 Hill Tours

A1 Hill tours take you to one of the most important battle sites of the 1954 Dien Bien Phu campaign, offering a clear look at trenches, bunkers, and memorial points. These tours usually focus on walking paths across the hill, learning about the final assaults, and understanding the strategic role the hill played. Expect a practical, history-focused experience rather than a large museum-style setup. The site is compact, making it easy to explore while gaining context about the wider battlefield.

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A1 Hill tours with the preserved French tank memorial overlooking the valley in Dien Bien Phu

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A1 Hill tours fit naturally into wider Dien Bien Phu itineraries that often include the Victory Museum, the command bunker of General de Castries, and surrounding battlefield ruins. Many travelers also combine these visits with trips to local villages or the nearby A Pa Chai border area for a broader regional experience. Together, these stops help explain both the history and daily life of the province.
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About A1 Hill

A1 Hill, also known as Eliane 2, was one of the decisive positions in the Battle of Dien Bien Phu and is now preserved as a key historical site. Visitors can see reconstructed trenches, craters from major explosions, and memorial markers explaining the final stages of the battle. Our full travel guide covers how to visit, what each section represents, and useful tips for exploring the hill on foot. It also explains how A1 Hill connects with other major sites across the battlefield.
​Another view of a wartime tank preserved as a monument on Hill A1.
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