Pointe du Hoc

The old World War 2 German bunkers. A very interesting site

To see such a beautiful and peaceful sight makes it even more difficult to imagine the D-Day assault of this cliff.

An impressive D-Day site, this strategic bluff overlooking Utah Beach and Omaha Beach was heavily bombed in the weeks and days leading up to the invasion. To get a true appreciation of the effect of this bombing, bring up the map in satellite view!

Although the Germans had initially positioned six large guns here, the aerial bombings forced them to hide the guns, rendering them useless on D-Day. To be certain, though, US Army Rangers assaulted and scaled the cliffs to secure the site.

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Omaha Beach Memorial Museum

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You can spend time exploring the galleries in Omaha Beach Memorial Museum during your trip to Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.

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Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial

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Find out about the history of Colleville-sur-Mer with a stop at Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Maisy Battery

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Maisy Battery during your travels in Grandcamp-Maisy. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

D-Day Omaha Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at D-Day Omaha Museum during your trip to Vierville-sur-Mer. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

La Cambe German Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at La Cambe German Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in La Cambe. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Ferme de la Sapiniere Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Ferme de la Sapiniere Winery during your travels to Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.

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