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Museum · Bayeux, Normandia
Musée du Débarquement
The first museum created about D-Day, in Arromanches-les-Bains, facing the remains of the Mulberry artificial harbor assembled by the Allies at sea in June 1944.
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About Musée du Débarquement
The Musée du Débarquement is located in Arromanches-les-Bains, on Gold Beach, and was the first museum established about the landings, shortly after the war. It tells the story of the Mulberry harbor, the centerpiece of Allied logistics.
To supply the troops without immediately capturing a deep-water port, the Allies manufactured large concrete blocks, floating piers and bridges in England, which were towed across the English Channel and assembled on the Normandy coast. Two harbors were constructed; the one at Omaha Beach was destroyed by a storm on 19 June 1944, while the Arromanches harbor operated for months.
Even today you can see the concrete blocks of the former harbor in the sea off the town. The museum explains how it worked with models, films and objects, and has a direct view of the remains.
On the clifftop east of the town, the circular cinema Arromanches 360 shows a film about the Battle of Normandy, and the adjacent viewpoint is the best spot to see the harbor layout in the sea.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1.5 hours, plus time to walk along the beach.
Best time
At low tide, when the port's concrete blocks are more visible. The European summer is very busy; arrive early. Check opening times before you go.
How to get there
Arromanches is about 10 km from Bayeux by car or regional bus; check routes and schedules. The museum is on the square by the beach.
Tip
Go up to the Arromanches 360 viewpoint to see the whole port from above, before or after the museum.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Musée du Débarquement
What was the Mulberry harbour?
A prefabricated port built in England and assembled in the sea off Normandy in June 1944 to land men, vehicles and supplies.
Can you still see the harbour?
Yes, the concrete caissons remain in the sea off Arromanches and are more visible at low tide.
Is Arromanches far from Bayeux?
No, about 10 km. You can go by car or regional bus.