Omaha Afternoon Half Day Tour to Visit the Landing Areas at Omaha Beach

Colleville-sur-Mer, FR
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Highlights

  • Visit German weapons strong points along Omaha Beach
  • Experience the honor and serenity of the American Cemetery of Colleville
  • See the monument honoring the 2nd Rangers Battalion
  • Learn about the difficult beach assault by US V Corps
  • Explore the landing areas at Omaha Beach

What to expect

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Omaha Beach

Here we will see many WN’s - (wiederstandnest- meaning German weapons strong point emplacements) from Sainte-Honorine-des-Pertes to Vierville.We will visit some of these strong points, which were the better-defended German Positions along Omaha. We will stop at WN 62 and WN 65 in Fox Green and Easy Red sectors of the American landing, and WN 73 in Dog Green at Vierville. This beach assault was a difficult assignment, given to US V Corps (General Gerow) whose Force O was made up of the 1st Infantry Division, 29th Infantry Division, the Rangers and several attached Units.

Duration 40 minutes
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Normandy American Cemetery

This Cemetery, extends over 172.5 acres, and is one of fourteen permanent American World War II cemeteries constructed on foreign soil.It contains the remains of 9387 servicemen and women killed for our freedom. The American Cemetery of Colleville conveys an unforgettable feeling of honor, peace and serenity.

Duration 40 minutes
3

Pointe du Hoc

Located on a cliff 8 miles west of the Cemetery, this monument was created by France to honour elements of the 2nd Rangers Battalion under the command of LTC James E. RUDDER which scaled the 100-foot cliff. Admiral Hall’s Intelligence officer remarked: "It can’t be done. Three old women with brooms could stop the Rangers scaling that cliff!". RUDDER replied to General BRADLEY: "Sir, my Rangers can do the job for you".

Duration 40 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Specialized infant seats are available
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
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What our experts say

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    Visit the Bayeux Tapestry before tour.
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    Grab lunch at Café de la Gare nearby.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Check the weather; it can be unpredictable.
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    Bring a camera for stunning views.

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