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Arromanches, France

Normandy: Visiting Arromanches

26 December 2024

Are you wondering what to do and see in Arromanches-les-Bains during a stay in Normandy, France? We discovered this seaside resort during our road trip along the D-Day beaches of Normandy, at the beginning of autumn. This town owes its fame to its artificial port, whose remains can still be visited today. We give you in this blog post our must-sees in Arromanches. We hope you enjoy your stay there.

What to do in Arromanches-les-Bains? Our 3 must-sees.

1. The artificial port of Arromanches

Discover the remains of the artificial port of Arromanches-les-Bains, a major historical site of the Normandy landings. These remains, witnesses of Operation Mulberry B, recall the exceptional ingenuity and logistics employed by the Allies in 1944. Pre-fabricated in England, the concrete elements of the artificial port were transported across the English Channel to enable the crucial landing of troops, ammunition, and equipment necessary for the liberation of Europe.

We were able to observe the remains of the Phoenix caissons and other elements of the artificial port, which are revealed when the tide is low, during a walk on Arromanches beach.

Vestiges of the artificial port of Arromanches in Normandy
Vestiges of the artificial port of Arromanches in Normandy
Vestiges of the artificial port of Arromanches in Normandy
Vestiges of the artificial port of Arromanches in Normandy

2. D-Day Museum

The Landing Museum is a must-see on the Normandy D-Day beaches. Recently renovated, it reopened in April 2023 with a brand new layout. It traces the different phases of the landing as well as the construction of the Arromanches artificial port through models, archive films, photos and projections.

Museum of the D-Day landings of Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy, France
Museum of the D-Day landings in Arromanches-les-Bains, France
Model of the museum of the D-Day landing of Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy, France
Drone view of the D-Day museum of Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy, France
Museum of the D-Day landings of Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy, France
Museum of the D-Day landings of Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy, France

Practical information

๐Ÿ’ธ โ‚ฌ12.70 per adult โ€” Tickets are only sold on-site.

๐Ÿ•“ Discover the schedule here.

๐Ÿ“ Place du 6 juin, 14117 Arromanches-les-bains. โ€” Get directions ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ

3. Guided electric bike tour between Bayeux and Arromanches with Petite Reine Normandie

We connected Arromanches from Bayeux by electric bike. A guided tour by Hugo, a guide at Petite Reine Normandie and passionate about his native region, which passes through some of the essential sites of the Landing and the Norman countryside. On the program of this bike ride: the Bayeux English Cemetery, the village of Vaux-sur-Aure or even the German batteries of Longues-sur-Mer. The arrival in Arromanches offers us a splendid panorama, with cliffs on one side and the small town of Arromanches on the other.

This activity away from the tourist bustle was a favorite for us. Thank you to Hugo for sharing his passions: Normandy and cycling. We hope to return and discover other iconic places in the region by bike!

German batteries of Longues-sur-Mer
German batteries
Village of Vaux-sur-Aure in Normandy, France
Vaux-sur-Aure
Bayeux to Arromanches by electric bicycle - Guided tour with Petite Reine Normandy
Bayeux to Arromanches by electric bike - Guided tour with Petite Reine Normandy
English cemetery
Bayeux to Arromanches by electric bike - Guided tour with Petite Reine Normandy
Drone view of the cliffs of Arromanches in Normandy

Where to stay in Arromanches?

We stayed one night at the Hรดtel de la Marine which is located on the seawall. The room is small, but well-designed. The extra: the **view of the sea** and the remains of the artificial port of Arromanches.

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Hotel La Marine with sea view in Arromanches Normandy
Hotel La Marine with sea view in Arromanches Normandy
Hotel La Marine with sea view in Arromanches, Normandy

Where to eat in Arromanches? Our top recommended addresses to try.

Fish and Co by Pappagall

Favorite address for eating a traditional fish & chips. The menu is simple and homemade. Perfect for a quick lunch.

Fish and Co by Pappagall Arromanches Normandy France
Fish and Co by Pappagall Arromanches Normandy France
Fish and Co by Pappagall Arromanches Normandy France

The Marine Restaurant

Located on the waterfront, the La Marine restaurant offers an incredible setting with its sea view. In the evening, the soft lighting transforms the room into an intimate and romantic atmosphere. You can find on the menu dishes made with fresh, local seafood. There are also meat dishes and options for vegans/vegetarians.

The Marine Restaurant Arromanches Normandy France
The Marine Restaurant Arromanches Normandy France
Custard pistachio

We hope we have inspired you on the things to see and do in Arromanches, Normandy, and that this travel blog post will help you organize your next French vacation. You can also follow our daily adventures on our Instagram account.

These few days following the Normandy landings were made possible with Normandy Tourism and Calvados Tourism. However, we remained completely free regarding the content and structure of the article. Hoping this experience will inspire you.This article includes affiliate links: using these links doesn't change anything for you, but it helps us to continue providing content for you.

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