The D-Day Beaches 3 days

Le Fresne-Camilly, Normandie

The D-Day Beaches 3 days

3-Days Tour • 60 Miles to Cover • All Ages

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Date

Thu, Oct 16

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2

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About This Adventure

Embark on a captivating three-day journey through the historic battlefields of Normandy. Explore iconic sites from D-Day, including American, Canadian, and British experiences. Visit museums, cemeteries, and beaches that tell the stories of bravery and sacrifice, guided by an expert who will enrich your understanding of this pivotal moment in history.

Duration

3 Days

All ages included

Description

The area covered by the battle of Normandy is extensive. Just to cover the five landing sectors you would have to drive more than 60 miles and don’t forget that D-Day is only the first day of a three-month battle stretching far and wide inland. The Normandy Tourism Organisation counts more than 100 sites, museums, memorials linked to the battle open to the public but every farm, field, and river in Normandy has a historic link to the battle.

I am here to guide you through this wealth of information and knowledge and make your experience unique.

Day 1: American experience on D-Day

Sainte-Mère Eglise, its fantastic Airborne Museum and a drive in the surrounding drop zones of the 82nd and 101st US Airborne Divisions
Utah Beach and the landing of the 4th US Infantry Division
The German coastal gun battery at Pointe-du-Hoc, the heroic cliff assault of the 2nd Ranger Battalion
Omaha Beach and the epic struggle of the 1st and 29th US infantry division to get off the beach
Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer

Day 2: Canadian experience on D-Day

Graye-sur-Mer and the landing of the Royal Winnipeg Rifle Regiment on Juno Beach
The Juno Beach Center
Bernière-sur-Mer, the landing of the Queen’s Own Rifle of Canada and the Régiment de la Chaudière
The Canadian Cemetery at Beny-sur-Mer/Reviers
The Ardennes Abbey and the clash between the Canadian 3rd Infantry Division and the 12th SS Panzer Division

Day 3 : British experience on D-Day

Pegasus Bridge, the airborne assault of the Orne bridges by Major Howard and his men, first allied action on D-Day!
Sword Beach and the landing of the 3rd British Infantry division and of the 1st Special Service Brigade (British and french commandos)
German coastal gun battery at Longues-sur-Mer, the only one in Normandy with its original guns
Arromanches and Mulberry B artificial harbor, a feat of British engineering
Gold Beach and the landing of the 50th British Northumbiran Infrantry Divison
Rye-Bazenville Commenwealth Cemetary

Make the most of your trip!

Departure from Caen or Bayeux area.

accomodation,Lunch and entrance fee to museums not included

Adventure Tips

Wear sturdy walking shoes

Expect uneven terrain along beaches, cemeteries, and museums—good footwear enhances comfort.

Bring weather-appropriate layers

Normandy weather can shift quickly; pack for both rain and sun to stay comfortable all day.

Respect the solemn sites

These are important war memorials; observe silence and follow site guidelines to honor the fallen.

Book a guided tour

Expert guides provide rich historical context that deepens your visit beyond the scenery.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Eurasian red squirrel
Various migratory seabirds along the coast

History

Normandy was the epicenter of the June 6, 1944 Allied invasion that turned the tide in WWII.

Conservation

Protected as significant historical sites, the area balances visitor access with preserving delicate landscapes and memorials.

Explore The D-Day Beaches: A 3-Day Historical Journey Through Normandy’s WWII Landscapes

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