YOUR TOUR AND VISIT OF THE NORMANDY LANDING BEACHES

LANDING BEACHES:
You will start your excursion with the Pointe du Hoc, where the famous American landing operations took place. Located on Utah Beach and Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc was fortified by the German troops, reason why American rangers decided to take control of this strategic place.

We will then visit Omaha Beach, Normandy landing beach where many human lives were lost. You will also visit the famous American Cemetery, a wide necropolis which overlooks the beach, and the brand new visitor center. This is a place of remembrance where personal stories, photos, movies, interactive presentations and objects from that period are collected.

We will then go to the city of Arromanches, famous for being one of the historical places of the Normandy landing, in particular for the artificial harbor which was installed there.

ARROMANCHES AT LUNCHTIME

Our guides will be able to advise you and direct you to a large choice of restaurants.

VISIT OF BAYEUX (1 hour):

The afternoon will be dedicated to the city of Bayeux, a charming city that holds many treasures, such as its famous tapestry, wonderful heritage of the middle Ages, the old Bayeux and its majestic and huge cathedral.

BAYEUX VISITS - WE RECOMMEND:
Bayeux is located near the landing beaches of Normandy. It was the first city in France to be released and to keep a rich architectural and cultural heritage after the Battle of Normandy.

During your stop in Bayeux, you can visit:

• The Cathedral: An amazing monument not to be missed.
• The British Cemetery: it is the biggest British cemetery in France following the Second World War.

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