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Ideas for visits and good addresses

Arromanches beach under a vast cloudy sky with the D-Day Museum on the horizon

histoire 8 June 2026

D-Day 2026: the 82nd Anniversary in Arromanches

82nd anniversary of the Normandy landings: 6 June 2026 ceremonies, the D-Day Festival, events in Arromanches and practical tips to make the most of it.

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Gothic facade and towers of Bayeux's Notre-Dame Cathedral seen from the street

visites 2 June 2026

Visiting Bayeux from Arromanches: the 2026 guide

Cathedral, old town, museums and the British war cemetery: what to see in Bayeux, 10 km from Arromanches, in 2026 while the Tapestry museum is being rebuilt.

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Arromanches beach with the D-Day Museum building beneath a vast cloud-filled sky

histoire 28 May 2026

D-Day Museum in Arromanches: Visit & 2026 Info

Opening hours, 2026 prices, the new Projectiles-designed building, collections: plan your visit to the D-Day Museum in Arromanches, facing the Mulberry harbour.

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Stone slipway and steps facing the sea at Arromanches under a blue sky

visites 20 May 2026

Arromanches 360: the circular cinema by the sea

Discover Arromanches 360 and its film The 100 Days of Normandy: 9 screens, 20 minutes of immersion and a viewpoint over the Mulberry harbour. 2026 essentials.

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Arromanches seafront at low tide, the village houses reflected on the wet sand

gastronomie 15 May 2026

Where to Eat in Arromanches: Our Local Picks

Mussels and chips, seafood platters, seafront crêperies — our tried-and-tested guide to eating well in Arromanches, plus cooking at the studio.

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Panoramic view of the bay of Arromanches with the remains of the Mulberry artificial harbour offshore

histoire 12 May 2026

Mulberry B & Gold Beach: Arromanches' Mulberry Harbour

Phoenix caissons, floating piers, the June 1944 storm: the story of the Mulberry B harbour and our tips for spotting its remains at low tide.

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Beach and cliffs at Arromanches bathed in golden late-afternoon light

visites 5 May 2026

Arromanches Cliffs: Walks on the Coastal Path

Walking loops from Arromanches: the GR223 path, clifftop viewpoints, orientation table and views over the Mulberry harbour. Our tide and kit tips.

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Trawlers in the channel of the Port-en-Bessin fishing harbour

visites 28 April 2026

Juno Beach and Port-en-Bessin from Arromanches

The Juno Beach Centre at Courseulles, the British memorial at Ver-sur-Mer, the scallops of Port-en-Bessin: two easy day trips from Arromanches.

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Original 150 mm gun inside its concrete casemate at the Longues-sur-Mer battery

histoire 20 April 2026

Longues-sur-Mer Battery: A Visit from Arromanches

The only German battery to have kept its original guns, Longues-sur-Mer is free to visit 6 km from Arromanches. History, access and practical tips.

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The cliffs of Pointe du Hoc in 1944, official US Navy photograph

pratique 12 April 2026

D-Day Beaches Itinerary: a 2 to 3 Day Trip

From Arromanches to Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Juno and Bayeux: a 2-3 day itinerary across the D-Day beaches, with practical tips and FAQ.

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The studio's equipped kitchen with a period fireplace, ready for cooking the market's finds

gastronomie 5 April 2026

Normandy Markets and Produce Around Arromanches

Saturday market in Bayeux, Port-en-Bessin scallops, AOP cheeses, Bessin cider — where to buy the best Normandy produce near Arromanches.

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Cosy studio living space with teal-blue walls, old parquet floor and a decorative fireplace

pratique 22 March 2026

A Rainy Day in Arromanches: What to Do

D-Day museums, the circular cinema, cosy addresses and downtime at the studio — our tried ideas for loving Normandy even in the rain.

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