Understanding D-Day: Guided tour of Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery
ID: GYG1087867-1670728
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery on a poignant guided tour, combining remembrance, testimonies, and remnants of the Atlantic Wall.
Immerse yourself in the history of the Normandy landings with a local guide during this two-hour tour of one of the most iconic sites of June 6, 1944: Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer.
Begin your journey in the Easy Red and Fox Green sectors, at the foot of Widerstandsnest 62 (Wn 62), one of the most formidable strongpoints of the Atlantic Wall. Through the poignant stories of American and German soldiers, your guide will bring the first hours of D-Day to life, focusing on the human experiences of those who fought here.
Explore the remains of German positions (trenches, bunkers) while learning about the organization of the German defense and the violence of the fighting on this beach, sadly nicknamed "Bloody Omaha."
The tour continues at the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, an essential place of remembrance where more than 9,300 soldiers are buried. You will discover the stories of some of these men, the symbolism of the site, and the importance of the place in the international duty of remembrance.
Highlights
- Guided tour by a passionate guide
- Discover one of the most strategic sectors of the D-Day landings.
- A historical immersion through the testimonies of soldiers
- A moment of reflection at the American Cemetery
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The guide will meet you next to the Big Red One Monument, a gray obelisk overlooking Omaha Beach, accessible via Captain Joe Dawson Road.
INCLUDED
- 2-hour guided tour of Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery
- Independent guide specializing in D-Day history
- Free admission to the American Cemetery
- Time for reflection in the cemetery
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
