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On this full day tour of the British sectors on D-Day, we will visit the following sites: Pegasus Bridge, Hillman strongpoint, Sword Beach, Gold Beach, Arromanches/Mulberry Harbour, Longues-sur-Mer Gun Battery, British War Cemetery at Bayeux. At most sites there will be some free time for you to take photos, use restrooms or grab a coffee.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
I pick up from all hotels, B&Bs, guest houses, gîtes, airbnb's in Bayeux. Other locations are possible, please ask.
I will pick you from your accommodation in Bayeux or other location by prior agreement.
Itinerary
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1Pegasus Bridge
Pegasus Bridge and Horsa Bridge Learn how glider assaults by men from the British 6th Airborne Division captured the bridges across the Caen Canal and Orne river.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2
Hillman strongpoint This fortification was part of the German defence, positioned behind Sword beach on high ground. Learn how elements of the British 3rd Infantry Division overcame this obstacle.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Sword Beach The Eastern landing beach of the invasion was to be assaulted by the 3rd Infantry Division. Hear about the German defence system and the British plan of attack that would smash into them.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Gold Beach We visit the second British landing sector and see how the men of the 50th Infantry Division were able to break through.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5
Arromanches Here we will see the remains of the Mulberry artificial harbour.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
Longues-sur-Mer Gun Battery This large German gun battery still has its original artillery pieces in place.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7Bayeux War Cemetery
British War Cemetery at Bayeux Time for reflection at the British War Cemetery, final resting place and memorial for 6452 soldiers.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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