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Beach & Island

Omaha Beach

📍 Omaha Beach, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Normandy, France
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Quick Facts

Location
France, Bayeux
Category
Beach & Island
Duration
2-3 hours
Address
Omaha Beach, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Normandy, France
Coordinates
49.3622, -0.8697

Introduction

Omaha Beach was one of five D-Day landing beaches (June 6, 1944) — the bloodiest — with the Normandy American Cemetery nearby. A crucial WWII memorial site. Heaviest US casualties on D-Day. Monuments and sculptures on the beach. Normandy American Cemetery — ~9,387 white crosses. Landing museums tell the D-Day story.

✨ Highlights

01
D-Day
June 6, 1944 — the bloodiest landing beach.
02
US Cemetery
~9,387 white crosses in solemn rows.
03
Monuments
Monuments and sculptures on the beach.
04
Free
Beach and cemetery free.

🛈 Practical Info

→Free:Beach and cemetery free.
→Cemetery:Normandy American Cemetery — solemn must-visit.
→History:Learn WWII history; stay solemn.
→Combine:Pair with Utah Beach, Mont-Saint-Michel and Caen.
→Access:Self-drive best for Normandy beaches.
→Opening Hours:All day
→Transportation:By car (about 1 hour from Caen)

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Free

💡 Tips

• Beach and cemetery free; stay solemn.
• Self-drive best for Normandy beaches.
• Pair with Utah Beach and Mont-Saint-Michel.
• Information is on-site.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Omaha Beach?

All day

How much is the admission for Omaha Beach?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting Omaha Beach?

Beach and cemetery free; stay solemn. Self-drive best for Normandy beaches.

How long should I spend at Omaha Beach?

A typical visit takes 2-3 hours.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.