Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema: Experience the unique 19-minute film telling the Battle of Normandy
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50 Ratings
Arromanches-les-Bains
Immerse yourself in the Battle of Normandy with the unique 19-minute film at Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema. Experience the history through stunning archive images on 9 screens. Check the website for opening days and times.
Duration:
19 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema - Perched atop the cliffs of Arromanches-Les-Bains, the Arromanches 360° Circular cinema presides over the remains of one of the two Mulberry artificial harbors constructed by the Allies. This entry pass allows you to experience the Battle of Normandy anew with rare footage compiled from archives across several nations, including Canada, the USA, Germany, Britain, and France, in the 19-minute feature ‘Normandy’s 100 Days’. Engage in the narrative through the Circular Cinema’s nine screens and High Definition visuals for a fully enveloping encounter.
Designed by the Caen Mémorial Museum upon the Normandy Region’s request, ‘Normandy’s 100 Days’ is the collaborative effort of the creators behind the ‘Apocalypse, the Second World War’ TV documentary series. It serves as an homage to the soldiers from all countries who sacrificed their lives and to the 20,000 civilians who perished during the battle to liberate Western Europe, an event that sparked immense hope.
What's Included
- Admission to Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Parking fee (3
Additional Information
We strongly suggest you visit https://normandy.memorial-caen.com/ to get the latest updates on opening hours and days. Given the Covid situation, all sites must modify their schedules based on government instructions. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Explore ‘Normandy’s 100 Days’, a captivating 19-minute documentary that discusses the Battle of Normandy by utilizing historical footage collected globally. Witness this impeccable storytelling in High Definition across 9 screens at Arromanches 360°, the exclusive circular cinema of France.
- Wheelchair accessible.
- The reduced rate is available for Children aged 10 up to 18 ; Over 65s ; Military Service personnel
- Free for Children aged 0-9 and War Veterans
- A valid form of ID is required for the reduced rate.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The film is shown on the hour and at half past every hour and lasts 19 minutes.
Location
Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema
Chemin du Calvaire,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Michelle_h
Nov 2, 2023
Highlight of the Trip - This was one of the highlights of my trip. I added it last-minute, not knowing how incredible it would be. The park around it had one of my favorite monuments and the view of the remnants of the harbor were worth the visit all on its own. But the cinema itself is almost indescribable. I wanted to go back to watch the film over and over - I’ve done a lot of reading of the history and seen a lot of footage but this felt almost immersive. I would highly recommend to anyone going to the area.
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Chris
Sep 28, 2023
Futility of war cf modern world at present time - Must be my 10th plus visit over the years. New film this year with very different & interesting ending. (No spoilers)
Be aware if you are taking younger folks in there sre scenes that may upset. As well as very loud munition explosions.
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Scott_c
Sep 22, 2023
Heartbreaking, uplifting, spiritual - As a United States Marine, this hollowed ground is on the bucket list of to do's if you can.
The Sacrifice and Valor of all that are interred here is a testament and validation of the effort to make the world a safer, more inclusive , and totalitarian free world.
Regards
SEMPER-FI
SGT Scott F. Carmen
U.S.M.C
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Julie
Sep 12, 2023
Great intro to d-day - Really great intro to the d-day landings.
Plenty of subtitles for most speakers.
Could go many times and see different and more bits as the screens are all around showing different stories.
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Epipon1969
Nov 16, 2022
This museum is well worth a visit, - This has to be one of the best museums that I have been to that tells the military history of the area during WW2, there is a brief overview of WW1 With several cinemas along with a 360 degree visual experience is a must see for anyone interested in history. There is a good display of artifacts including a Mig jet in the lower area of the museum, there was a tank and rocket launcher but on the day I visited they we unable to be viewed. To the side of the building is a lift that takes you to the WW2 bunker giving you an explanation for its use. We were there for over 5 hours and I thought it was good value for money. They is a restaurant and extensive book shop selling books pertaining to the Second World War.
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Son1972
Oct 21, 2019
Great museum WW2 and Cold War - Big museum that covers the road to WW2, WW2, the Normandy landings, the Cold War, and Berlin during the Cold War. You can al sado visit the underground German bunker on which the museum is built.
Too much to take in all in one visit. Also, lots of reading in small font size. On the other hand: good information, good overview of 20th century history.
We had a combi-ticket with the 360cinema Arromanches and La Cite de la Mer for €124 pp in stead of €137, which is valid until December and allows you to enter the museum several times. And you can use the priority queue😉
My teenage boys as well as my husband and I (History teacher😉) enjoyed the museum!
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Midlands_t
Oct 3, 2019
Not for the feint hearted - If you want to only see one 'WW2' battle film; go to this one.
Having been numerous times with school parties, it is a different view every time now I go.
You can spend your time watching just a few screens, or rotate your head and watch all around.
Some new sequences inserted since my last viewing - but still the story remains the same.
Peace to all please.
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Seethew0rld62
Sep 12, 2023
Great introduction to the Battle of Normandy - This was the first thing we did on our tour of Normandy beaches and we really enjoyed it. It was a good introduction and I think did a nice job of not glorifying war. War is a last resort and nasty business for everyone, including the victors.
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Lottieland
Apr 10, 2023
Great museum possibly not for kids - First of all I say possibly not for kids because of how much reading their is.
I'm not against that myself but I feel kids may get bored and rush around.
The museum at the entrance isn't well thought out as as soon as you enter the turnstiles you're at the start of a history wall with lots of writing about the timeline of how the second world war came about.
The artifacts on display were brilliant and I really enjoyed looking around these. Lots of information for every single piece. There are short films in places and areas to have a sit down along with some interactive bits too.
The bunker I found a bit disappointing personally but the gardens were very impressive.
I really enjoyed the food. We went to the restaurant around by the cinema area and had the burgers. Some of the best food I've had at a visitor attraction
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Ramondeamberes
Jul 12, 2020
Nice - It was exactly what I expected, but nothing more than that. Actually, a lot of these historic images come back in about all the musea in this region...
Still worthwile to see.
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