Flight to Varennes

The Flight to Varennes refers to an attempted escape by King Louis XVI and his family from revolutionary Paris on June 20-21, 1791. Facing increasing pressure and unrest during the French Revolution, they aimed to reach the royalist stronghold of Varennes for support. However, they were recognized and apprehended before they could escape. This event significantly eroded the monarchy's credibility, leading to growing republican sentiments and eventually contributing to the king’s execution. The flight highlighted the deep divisions in France during this turbulent period and marked a turning point in the revolution.