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Pointe du Hoc - Situated between the American sectors of Utah and Omaha, this key stronghold was stormed by the formidable 2nd Ranger Battalion US just minutes before the main landings on the beaches. The site has been preserved as it was when the troops left, leaving visitors in awe as their guide recounts, for instance, the experience of a bombardment during D-DAY.
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Omaha Beach - Omaha Beach, in the American sector, saw the landing of the 1st and 29th American Infantry Divisions on June 6, 1944. It would later be known as “Bloody Omaha,” and the guide accompanying you will detail the experiences of these soldiers to help you feel the profound emotions that this beach evokes.
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Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer - An iconic site of the D-Day beaches, this cemetery overlooks Omaha Beach and is deeply symbolic. Overwhelmed with emotion, you will learn about every aspect of this memorial site with your guide.
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Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer - A German fortification in the British sector of Gold Beach, this is a symbol of the infamous Atlantic Wall. Here, you will understand the workings of a German battery and see the original cannons.
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Vestiges du Port de Mulberry - Normandy is one of the regions with the highest tides in the world. During the Battle of Normandy, logistics could have been jeopardized if not for the British engineering feat of constructing floating harbors known as Mulberry. Only by seeing it can one grasp the immense significance it had in the outcome of the D-Day story.
- Transportation provided
- Professional guide included
- Drop-off service at your location
- Lunch
Embark on this half-day trip from Bayeux that takes you through the significant D-Day landing beaches of Normandy, delving into the history of World War II in Europe. Accompanied by a guide, visit crucial battle locations such as Omaha as well as La Pointe du Hoc, and absorb the poignant history of World War II sacrifices. Pay tribute to the soldiers declared as missing in action at the Normandy American Cemetery, subsequently explore the German gun battery and the Mulberry Harbour. The tour, spanning 4.30 hours, also includes a round trip from Bayeux.
Your journey commences with a pickup at Bayeux Place du Quebec central at 1.30 pm. Following that, settle into your air-conditioned minivan, heading to the Normandy beaches where WWII U.S and British troops made their respective landings.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is formal
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
