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Interesting sites
A very interesting, historical place, with a stunning view at the sea. This is where American soldiers climbed a cliff, defended by German soldiers in their bunkers. The results of the bombing are still to be seen here.
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Pointe du Hoc Ranger Monument
A very interesting, historical place, with a stunning view at the sea. This is where American soldiers climbed a cliff, defended by German soldiers in their bunkers. The results of the bombing are still to be seen here.
Omaha Beach has an impressive monument called 'Les Braves'. It shows wings of hope, freedom and brotherhood. Almost 35.000 soldiers of the allied troups went ashore here at D-Day, the 6th of June 1944.
Omaha Beach is a beautiful sandy beach where you can walk, please go there and enjoy its sunset in the evening. The beach is not spoiled with tourism, out of respect for the battle and losses. So do not expect loads of restaurants, bars and touristic gadgets. It is kept basic and therefore it is beautiful.
There are a lot of touring guides who can tell you about D-Day.
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Omaha Beach
Omaha Beach has an impressive monument called 'Les Braves'. It shows wings of hope, freedom and brotherhood. Almost 35.000 soldiers of the allied troups went ashore here at D-Day, the 6th of June 1944.
Omaha Beach is a beautiful sandy beach where you can walk, please go there and enjoy its sunset in the evening. The beach is not spoiled with tourism, out of respect for the battle and losses. So do not expect loads of restaurants, bars and touristic gadgets. It is kept basic and therefore it is beautiful.
There are a lot of touring guides who can tell you about D-Day.
An historical place with the remains of an artificial harbour. A very spectacular view from the falaises. In Arromanches a 360 degrees movie of WWII is shown, with historical fragments. There are tourist shops and restaurants.
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Arromanches-les-Bains
An historical place with the remains of an artificial harbour. A very spectacular view from the falaises. In Arromanches a 360 degrees movie of WWII is shown, with historical fragments. There are tourist shops and restaurants.
Special place at the coast in Manche with view at Île de Tatihou (noted on Unesco world heritage list)
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Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue
Special place at the coast in Manche with view at Île de Tatihou (noted on Unesco world heritage list)
Museum about airforces during WWII, especially interesting for kids (use of audio and tablets). Located in Saint-Mère-Église, known for the American paratrooper who landed on the pinnacle of the church tower (John Steele).
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Airborne Museum
14 Rue EisenhowerMuseum about airforces during WWII, especially interesting for kids (use of audio and tablets). Located in Saint-Mère-Église, known for the American paratrooper who landed on the pinnacle of the church tower (John Steele).
One of our favorite ports where you can buy fresh fish at a daily market. Several good fish restaurants. Also known for its Liberty Statue. And do not forget to visit the Battery of Maisy; 3 kms of trenches, tunnels and artillery platforms. You prefer sport activities? In Grandcamp-Maisy there is a sailing school. The Tourism Office can inform you about other water sport activities like sea kayak, sea walking, sea fishing and stand up paddling.
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Grandcamp-Maisy
One of our favorite ports where you can buy fresh fish at a daily market. Several good fish restaurants. Also known for its Liberty Statue. And do not forget to visit the Battery of Maisy; 3 kms of trenches, tunnels and artillery platforms. You prefer sport activities? In Grandcamp-Maisy there is a sailing school. The Tourism Office can inform you about other water sport activities like sea kayak, sea walking, sea fishing and stand up paddling.
At the top of a cliff overlooking the Channel (sea sight towards England) you can visit this German coastal defence battery.
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Batterij van Longues-sur-Mer
39 Rue de la MerAt the top of a cliff overlooking the Channel (sea sight towards England) you can visit this German coastal defence battery.
In Port-en-Bessin you wil find nice (fish)restaurants, shops and markets. It is known for its beach covered with scallop ('coquilles') shells, a very interesting place for kids. There is a Golf Park (36 holes) called Omaha Beach Golf Club.
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Port-en-Bessin-Huppain
In Port-en-Bessin you wil find nice (fish)restaurants, shops and markets. It is known for its beach covered with scallop ('coquilles') shells, a very interesting place for kids. There is a Golf Park (36 holes) called Omaha Beach Golf Club.
One of Normandy most spectacular castles where you can get a guided tour.
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Chateau de Fontaine-Henry
3 Le ChâteauOne of Normandy most spectacular castles where you can get a guided tour.
At this cider farm you can get a guided tour to the cellar retracing the production process from the apple to the cider, with tasting. You can buy traditional specialities.
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Ferme de la Sapiniere
12 Rte de Port en BessinAt this cider farm you can get a guided tour to the cellar retracing the production process from the apple to the cider, with tasting. You can buy traditional specialities.
Imagine a traditional 'ferme', 360 degrees views over rolling fields, just a few kilometers away from the D-Day beaches.
Find your next holiday getaway at Ferme Hay Day. A traditional French farm, converted into a comfortable and peaceful holiday accommodation.
Whether you choose for one of the spacious camping spots, a stay in our fully equiped Bell-tents, or the charme of our B&B and family house, we will show you the true definition of hospitality.
Ferme Hay Day - camping en B&B
6 Les FontenellesImagine a traditional 'ferme', 360 degrees views over rolling fields, just a few kilometers away from the D-Day beaches.
Find your next holiday getaway at Ferme Hay Day. A traditional French farm, converted into a comfortable and peaceful holiday accommodation.
Whether you choose for one of the spacious camping spots, a stay in our fully equiped Bell-tents, or the charme of our B&B and family house, we will show you the true definition of hospitality.
Favorite nature & activities
In the Suisse-Normande you find this rough area called 'La Roche d'Oetre' where you can walk some nice, indicated circuits. For nature lovers.
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Rots van Oëtre
In the Suisse-Normande you find this rough area called 'La Roche d'Oetre' where you can walk some nice, indicated circuits. For nature lovers.
A nice canoe circuit between Clécy and Pont d'Ouilly, in the Suisse-Normande. There are also other activities to be done in the Suisse-Normande, like climbing, abseiling and parapente.
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Base Outdoor / Bridge Ouilly Entertainment
A nice canoe circuit between Clécy and Pont d'Ouilly, in the Suisse-Normande. There are also other activities to be done in the Suisse-Normande, like climbing, abseiling and parapente.
Two 18-holes courses with distinct landscape between land and sea.
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Golf Omaha Beach
Two 18-holes courses with distinct landscape between land and sea.
Eolia Normandie is a nautical and outdoor sports center located on the iconic site of Omaha Beach in Colleville-sur-Mer. This nautical base offers land sailing, sea kayaking, SUP, trail running, and other outdoor activities.
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Eolia Normandy
Eolia Normandie is a nautical and outdoor sports center located on the iconic site of Omaha Beach in Colleville-sur-Mer. This nautical base offers land sailing, sea kayaking, SUP, trail running, and other outdoor activities.
City/town information
Caen is one of the biggest cities of Normandie, it has beautiful historical buildings, a nice shopping center, bars and restaurants. The Memorial is a well known war museum.
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Caen
Caen is one of the biggest cities of Normandie, it has beautiful historical buildings, a nice shopping center, bars and restaurants. The Memorial is a well known war museum.
Bayeux is a very nice medieval town, with a beautiful cathedral, shops and restaurants. The English War Cemetery is situated in Bayeux. You can also visit the famous Tapestry which is a must-see in Normandy and tells the story of the conquest of England by William the Conqueror. If you have some time left, you can visit Bayeux's botanic garden.
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Bayeux
Bayeux is a very nice medieval town, with a beautiful cathedral, shops and restaurants. The English War Cemetery is situated in Bayeux. You can also visit the famous Tapestry which is a must-see in Normandy and tells the story of the conquest of England by William the Conqueror. If you have some time left, you can visit Bayeux's botanic garden.
Lovely town/port nearby the Pont de Normandie and Le Havre. Often painted by French artists because of its beautiful scenery.
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Honfleur
Lovely town/port nearby the Pont de Normandie and Le Havre. Often painted by French artists because of its beautiful scenery.
Mont-Saint-Michel, also known as the wonder of the west. A 'must-do' when you visit Normandie. It is a world famous touristic site, second best in France after the Eiffel Tower in Paris. It still is a famous and ancient Pilgrimage and a Unesco World Heritage site since 1979. It is built on a rocky island. Tip: go wading in its bays.
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Mont Saint-Michel Bay
Mont-Saint-Michel, also known as the wonder of the west. A 'must-do' when you visit Normandie. It is a world famous touristic site, second best in France after the Eiffel Tower in Paris. It still is a famous and ancient Pilgrimage and a Unesco World Heritage site since 1979. It is built on a rocky island. Tip: go wading in its bays.
Uit eten
This restaurant has no closing hours (very 'unfrench'). Nice pizzas, galettes and mussels. Good location (port).
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La Marina
32 Quai Félix FaureThis restaurant has no closing hours (very 'unfrench'). Nice pizzas, galettes and mussels. Good location (port).
Restaurant near Omaha Beach, with a courtyard/terrace. Several plates, also nice for kids.
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La Sapinière
100 Rue de la 2ème Division UsRestaurant near Omaha Beach, with a courtyard/terrace. Several plates, also nice for kids.
Restaurant La Trinquette
7 Rue du JoncalBest fish restaurant in the area.
Good seafood with view at the port of Grandcamp-Maisy.
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Restaurant de la Marée
5 Quai ChéronGood seafood with view at the port of Grandcamp-Maisy.
Bar Le Trot
12 Rue Bernard AnquetilVery good kitchen and a friendly atmosphere.
Very cosy lounge & tapas bar/restaurant at a beautiful sight (cider castle), run by three enthousiastic French brothers, speaking English. Good quality of food and drinks, very friendly ambiance. It is only possible to sit outside.
Restaurant L'Ephémère
Le Haut CheminVery cosy lounge & tapas bar/restaurant at a beautiful sight (cider castle), run by three enthousiastic French brothers, speaking English. Good quality of food and drinks, very friendly ambiance. It is only possible to sit outside.