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Bitola French Military Cemetery

Local name: Француски воени гробишта

Also known as French Military Cemetery WWI, Bitola · Cimetière militaire français de Bitola

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documented records

≈ 570–1,100

approx. capacity (graves)

0.028 km²

cemetery area

Oct 18, 2026

last modified

About this cemetery

The French military cemetery in Bitola dates from the First World War and holds more than 13,262 soldiers of the French army killed on the Macedonian front. It is described as the largest war cemetery of its kind in North Macedonia, and a memorial museum stands within it. A memorial complex was opened there during the centenary of the end of the war, and each year representatives of the French and German embassies take part in a commemoration on the anniversary. To get in touch, call +389 75 849 814 or visit frontorient14-18.org.

Cemetery location

GPS coordinates: 41.040551° N, 21.359283° E Directions in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)

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How big is Bitola French Military Cemetery?

Bitola French Military Cemetery covers about 28,000 m² (7 acres), about the size of 4 soccer fields. It is the 8th largest of the 16 cemeteries we list in Bitola.

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