Part of the
Hurtigruten Group

The Battle of Normandy: Sword Sector

Excursion

Free

Duration
4h
Season
Available all year
Min. number
0 traveller(s)
Booking code
INCL-CFR1

Commemorate the heroism of the allied forces on a visit to several D-Day’s historic sites.
  • Experience a tour dedicated to the heroes of WWII

  • Pay homage to the fallen soldiers at the Ranville War Cemetery

  • Visit a museum and learn about the commandos who stormed Sword Beach

  • Appreciate the ingenuity of war engineers on a visit to the Pegasus Bridge, near Ranville


A homage to heroes 

Visit Normandy's landing sites on a tour dedicated to the heroes of World War II. See one of the main landing sites from 6 June 1944, dubbed ‘Sword Beach’. Explore the village of Ranville where many soldiers were laid to rest, and see the town’s churchyard. You’ll also visit the important Pegasus Bridge, which is now a war memorial site. 

Practical information

  • Language: English and German.

  • Remarks/requirements: Appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes. 

  • Walking information: 1 Km.

  • Wheelchair accessible: No.

Penguins perched on the ice of Cuverville Island, Antarctica. Credit: Espen Mills / HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

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