Crisbecq Battery

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Nestled in the heart of Normandy, France, the Crisbecq Battery stands as a stark reminder of the region's turbulent past and its role in one of history's most pivotal events: the D-Day landings of World War II. Now transformed into a museum, this former German artillery battery offers visitors a chance to step back in time and explore a key site of the Atlantic Wall defenses.

Constructed by the German forces in 1941, the Crisbecq Battery was equipped with heavy guns capable of reaching the Allied ships approaching Utah Beach. Its strategic position made it a formidable obstacle during the Allied invasion on June 6, 1944. Despite being heavily bombed, the battery managed to hold out for several days before being captured by American paratroopers.

Today, the museum at Crisbecq Battery provides an immersive historical experience. Visitors can walk through the well-preserved gun emplacements and bunkers, gaining insight into the lives of the soldiers stationed there. The exhibition features original wartime artifacts, personal stories, and detailed accounts of the battery's construction and the fierce fighting that took place in its vicinity.

Local name: Batterie de Crisbecq Built: 1941 (83 years ago)Coordinates: 49°28'47"N, 1°17'47"W

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Nearby attractions include: Airborne Museum, Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Azeville, Église Saint-Marcouf.

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