44 Secret Filming Locations Hollywood Doesn't Want You To Find

30. Oradour-sur-Glane, France – The Preserved Ghost Town

Left untouched after a World War II massacre, this village in France remains a frozen time capsule. Burnt-out buildings, rusted cars, and abandoned homes stand exactly as they did in 1944. Though used sparingly in French cinema, it’s nearly unknown globally. It’s an emotionally charged location perfect for war dramas, time-travel narratives, or contemplative pieces on memory and trauma. Filming here offers not only authenticity but also a deep, built-in sense of reverence.