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Battle of the Hedges Museum: A Family's Journey Through 1940s History and the Road to Liberation
4.9
47 Ratings
Saint Hilaire Petitville
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the Battle of the Hedges Museum, a captivating journey through 1940s history. Explore 27 hyperrealistic sound stages, discover authentic artifacts, and pay tribute to the heroes of the Normandy countryside.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Normandy Victory Museum - Our immersive museum is accessible to everyone and introduces you to an often overlooked part of the history of the landings: the Battle of the Hedges in Normandy. Through twenty scenes larger than life, a collection of more than 10,000 original objects and old military vehicles, discover the days after DDay during a cultural and lively visit to the Normandy Victory Museum in Carentan in the Sleeve.
What's Included
- Ticket included
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
An ideal family outing (approximately 1h30) where everyone finds something of interest in a comprehensive, vibrant, and interactive trip. The museum offers a unique emotional experience that transports you into the everyday life of the 1940s, living alongside both the soldiers and the civilians.
Uncover a sometimes overlooked yet pivotal period in the path to liberation - the Battle of the Hedges, which occurred a few weeks post June 6, 1944. Explore 27 hyper-realistic, auditory scenes showcasing a collection of over 15,000 genuine artifacts and vintage military vehicles, journey through the events following D-Day, and join in this homage to the civilians and soldiers who fell in the Normandy countryside.
Location
Normandy Victory Museum
Rue de La Fourchette, Parc d’Activités
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(47 Ratings)
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Roland
Jun 2, 2024
Another fantastic museum - Stop 2 of the day and another excellent museum. Plenty to read and ideal for older children who want to learn about D-Day etc. The visiting jeeps, lorries etc we’re the icing on the cake.
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Frankkt5529qb
Aug 23, 2023
Very nice museum! - Something different for once. A fun tour through Normandy from May 1940 to the liberation in 1944. Various displays and scenes of everyday life, such as a Norman living room and a display of everyday things. And of course the scenes of battle. With light and sound. Also very interesting for children and very nice that it is also a bit more interactive. You can hold a machine gun, wear a helmet and even sit in the jeep. There is also plenty to see outside in terms of vehicles. Moreover, the museum is built on a site of a former WWII American air base.
We had the feeling that they are still expanding, so we will come again in the future.
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Laetitia
Aug 20, 2023
Superb discovery - Honestly a very nice discovery!
The reconstructions are very well done.
I highly recommend this museum.
Big plus: the Dodge tour with Dylan as guide. He explains very well and immerses us in the atmosphere of the battle of the hedges.
Thanks again for this immersion
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Caroline
Aug 15, 2023
Very interesting and extensive museum - Already visited many museums during various trips to Normandy. First time at this museum and it is really worth it: very thorough explanation, beautiful decors, spacious, not too busy and a very welcome addition to the existing museums!
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Caroline
Aug 10, 2023
Unmissable and fantastic - We did the complete 40min route of the Dodge and tour of the museum.
I don't usually rate it 5 but everything here is great.
Our guide Dylan, friendly and able to convey his passion. He takes the time to answer all questions.
Then when they return from the walk, visit the museum and thanks to the QR codes, children will find audio easier than reading. It’s also very useful for dyslexics or those who have forgotten their glasses 😊
The reconstructions are stunning and the films gripping.
I will come back with great pleasure with my grandchildren.
Thank you to the entire museum team.
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Valerie_rings
Aug 9, 2023
Very nice and interesting museum - It is a very nice museum, you walk through the streets of the city during wartime. Lots of cars and tanks and even a jeep you can sit in.
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Colerogers4
Jun 20, 2023
Best WW2 Museum! - This is an amazing collection that could rival the top museums across France! The tour takes you through an amazing array of historically accurate displays and dioramas that have been curated by some of the best people I have met! A must go to in Normandy!
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Bmg1981
Nov 7, 2021
A nice museum with interesting artifacts - We visited this museum in November 2021 and were given a tour by the owner, Patrick. The museum is very interesting and has some wonderful artifacts and exhibits from the 1940s. Everyone was very kind to us, especially when they learned we were Americans visiting. I would highly recommend this museum as a place to visit as part of your trip to Normandy.
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Sanjaya_wijeyekoon
Aug 18, 2019
A great stopover with food on the way to Cherborg - We saw this place from the road as we were making our way to Cherborg ferry port. Plenty of parking and some great outdoor vehicles including a Sherman and a Thunderbolt. The museum entry was 9 euro which seemed a bit steep but inside were some terrific exhibits and I thought well worth the money. A nice airfield themed cafe on site and all in all a great place for a few hours stopover.
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Ifeet
Dec 27, 2019
Worth a visit, very well done - We have visited just about all of the museums in this part of Normandy, and consider this to be one of the best. Really well laid out, great displays of life during the war from both sides (civilian and military) and even opportunities to sit in vehicles and be a part of your very own tableau (which we loved). Compared to some of the more expensive and more highly advertised museums, we think this one is more inclusive and comprehensive, quiet and (although tricky to get to if you miss the exitt!!) one of the few really worth the visit.
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