Explore the history of the American landings in Normandy, visiting iconic places such as Omaha Beach and Utah Beach, or Sainte-Mère-Eglise and the American Cemetery of Normandy. This tour immerses you in the story of American soldiers, from infantry to airborne to Rangers. A Speaker Guide will accompany you to share captivating stories about the ordinary soldiers who marked this era. Escape mass tourism and discover less-traveled sites, while understanding the strategic importance of the region.
- Historical route of the American landing sites in Normandy Visit the American Cemetery, Utah Beach or Sainte-Mère-Eglise, emblematic sites of the Battle of Normandy. - Authentic stories about American soldiers engaged in Normandy - Discovery of the remains of the Atlantic Wall - Speaker's Guide for an Immersion in the History of June 6, 1944
39 Rue De La Mer, Longues-sur-Mer, France
Discover the German battery of Longues-sur-Mer, a key site of the perfectly preserved Atlantic Wall. Between imposing bunkers and cannons still in place, immerse yourself in the history of the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy.
Colleville-sur-Mer, France
Discover the Colleville-sur-Mer American Cemetery, one of the most emblematic places of the D-Day. Between a garden of remembrance, a memorial and perfect alignments of steles, the visit offers a unique moment of reflection in front of history.
12 Boulevard de Cauvigny, Omaha Beach, Vierville-sur-Mer, France
In Vierville-sur-Mer, the National Guard monument commemorates the first American soldiers to tread Omaha Beach. An essential stop to understand the crucial role played by these units on June 6, 1944.
Cricqueville-en-Bessin, France
Discover Pointe du Hoc, a spectacular fortified promontory stormed by American Rangers on June 6, 1944. An emblematic place of the D-Day, marked by its craters, bunkers and impressive panorama.
Grandcamp-Maisy, France
Lunch break at Restaurant La Marée, free time
Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, France
Utah Beach is the second beach in the U.S. sector. Added to the landing plans at the last minute, it was to give a gateway, in Normandy, to the troops of the American 4th Infantry Division, in order to liberate Cherbourg, the only deepwater port on the Cotentin peninsula.
Sainte-Mere-Eglise, France
Sainte-Mère-Eglise is known worldwide for the assault by American paratroopers of the 82nd and 101st American Airborne Divisions. Some of these men arrived directly at the village square. Discover their stories as you walk the streets.
Les Noires Terres, La Cambe, France
The German cemetery of La Cambe houses the graves of more than 21,000 soldiers who fell in Normandy. A sober and moving place dedicated to the remembrance and memory of all the victims of war.
The Guide will be waiting for you in the parking lot of the Battle of Normandy Museum and will be recognizable with a blue coat.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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