Are you passionate about the history of the D-Day landings, or just curious? Visiting Omaha Beach was an unforgettable experience for us. Located along the Normandy coast in Calvados, Bloody Omaha is the most famous D-Day beach, because it was so deadly. We took the opportunity to visit the American Cemetery overlooking the beach, and […]
D-day Landing Beaches
Visit the Arromanches 360 Cinema (tips + photos)
Are you planning to explore the D-Day landing beaches, and Gold Beach in particular? Take the opportunity to visit the Arromanches 360 cinema. It overlooks Gold Beach, where some 25,000 British soldiers landed on June 6, 1944. You’ll also see the remains of the artificial port Winston, built by the Allies. Cinéma Circulaire offers films […]
Visiting the Normandy American Cemetery (Colleville-sur-Mer)
Planning a visit to Omaha Beach American Cemetery? A must-see when visiting Normandy, we plunged into the heart of the Second World War. We’ll never forget our visit to the site, as we were struck by the intensity of the surroundings. The cemetery is home to 9387 graves of American soldiers who died during the […]
7 best D-Day museums in Normandy (+list of 27)
The Normandy coast is steeped in poignant history, testimony to the events of June 6, 1944. Today, this region offers an abundance of museums dedicated to the D-Day landings, allowing us to plunge into the past and understand the sacrifices and heroism of the soldiers.In this article, we will guide you through: Whether you’re a […]
10 best day trips from Bayeux: D-Day beach tours + other ideas
Bayeux is a Normandy town with a plethora of things to see and do in the surrounding area. Its ideal location at the gateway to the D-Day landing beaches makes it an excellent starting point for visiting these must-see places. Nature, beaches, historic sites, gastronomy, with the family… There’s something for everyone! In this article, […]
7 best hotels near D-Day beaches in Normandy (Omaha, Utah…)
A memorable night surrounded by nature? An unforgettable stay in a charming stone hotel? A seaside or city break?Don’t worry, you’ll find a place to sleep near the Normandy landing beaches for an unforgettable stay. This is it: Our selection is made independently, based on our experience and research. When we stay in a hotel, […]







