Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
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- Regina PHannover, Germany3,569 contributionsoriginal gun emplacementThe battery consists of 4 gun bunkers and an observation post. 3 gun bunkers are still equipped with the original gun emplacements and are freely accessible. On the 4th you can even climb onto the roof and get an overview of the system. On the small circular path that leads from the casemates to the observation bunker, we find an ammunition bunker on the site that you can go into. On the circular route you also pass this mortar position. You can also go in here. The observation post and observation bunker in front of the gun emplacements was on the cliffs. Well preserved. For us, this complex was the most interesting of all relics.Visited August 2023Traveled with familyWritten March 19, 2024
- Jean-Christophe DSaint-Just-Saint-Rambert, France157 contributionsImpressiveA place steeped in history. This place represents the Atlantic Wall well. A large part of the blockhouses is practically intact. Another was destroyed during the landing and we realize the power that had to be developed to get there. The site can be visited at any time. A must see .Visited April 2024Traveled with familyWritten April 27, 2024
- Chloé BDijon, France407 contributionsClosest to the batteriesWe hiked from Arromanches to the Longues sur mer battery! Very well preserved historic site! Very nice to be able to walk and discover these batteries up close (a little extra because it’s free). Ps: we discovered a very pleasant little beach at the foot of the battery for a picnic!Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten May 12, 2024
- sebfox28Chartres, France642 contributionsAN EXCEPTIONAL SITEAs indicated when you arrive at the start of the circuit, this is an exceptional site which remarkably represents the Atlantic Wall and the landing beaches. The strategic position of the battery effectively testifies to the military logic of the German defensive system and the obstacles to be overcome by the allies on D-Day. The cannons there are incredibly well preserved. In addition, the site overlooking the sea on the edge of a cliff offers a unique panorama of the Bay of Seine and the artificial port of Arromanches. You can even see Bayeux Cathedral there.Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten May 20, 2024
- -Panda0387-France77 contributionsMust seeThis is THE good surprise of our stay. A site not too crowded, well maintained and free access. Accessible buildings,(provide a lamp), and well done explanatory signs. We take a better picture of things than at other sites. We're really excited about this discovery.Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 21, 2024
- Adrian DEdinburgh, United Kingdom787 contributionsGood Apart From The School PartiesThis was one of the sites I wanted to visit during our stay in Normandy. We had a car so we were able to drive and park in the car park. Unfortunately there were a number of French school parties there who just seemed to be running amok. This spoiled it a bit for me however it was great to see this piece of WW2 history.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten July 19, 2024
- EricMonthey, Switzerland580 contributionsFilled with historyA lot of emotion visiting this place high in history. We picture what happened at this place. The bunkers and guns are still very well preserved. Here you can take a short walk to visit the entire site.Visited July 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten July 25, 2024
- PBJ1977Walsall, United Kingdom108 contributionsNormandy travelsAn excellent visit that has some amazing bunkers and pillboxes from the Atlantic Wall. There is an easily followed walking trail around the site with information boards placed at different points. It is free to enter and definitely worth a visit.Visited August 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 15, 2024
- masqueayerSan Lorenzo de El Escorial, Spain312 contributionsSurprisingOne of the most important points of the Atlantic Wall. It is totally worth visiting this German battery, which makes you understand how the defense of the coast was produced at long range. In a must if you are in the area and interested in the subject. Of 4 batteries, 3 are perfectly preserved and you can also see the operations center, as well as several ammunition storages. It is a free tour and there are very useful explanatory panels Going at sunset is a plus. Parking is free and for cars has a maximum height of 1.90 meters. For higher heights access is prohibited from 20:00hVisited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten August 25, 2024
- Luciano242Edinburgh, United Kingdom1,118 contributionsAmazingFor a long time, I wanted not just to visit D Day places but specifically the German Battery of Longues Sur Mer as I have seen it in some many videos on the Internet. The place is incredible. Only casemates #1 is in poor conditions, but the other 3 are great with the original 150 mm canons and accessible to explore inside. There are a few mortar and machinegun placements further down, plus the observation bunker facing the beach. Great going down inside the bunker too. The history of it and the battle during D Day is very impressive. Highly recommend to visit Free to visit this placeVisited October 2024Traveled with familyWritten October 18, 2024
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom12,122 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
We spent two and a half days exploring the D-Day beaches and various WWII sites and the Longues-Sur-Mer coastal battery was a highlight.
It is incredibly well-preserved, with German gun emplacements and observation posts still intact, some still with the original 150mm guns (it’s the only place in Normandy where you can see this).
You can even walk inside some of the bunkers. If you have kids, this will help bring history alive in a way that no museum ever can.
Nothing has been altered or dressed up or turned into a museum-like exhibition. It’s all exactly as it was at the time which is both incredible and eerie.
Another day, we visited the Merville Battery which is now a museum and whilst it was done well, we preferred this site which had been left in its natural state. If you have limited time and have to choose, I’d recommend this one.
The Visitor Centre is new and is the best starting point. You can pick up a free map/guide of the site here.
Even without a map, it’s easy to follow the gravel walking track which leads you around the casemates and bunkers. The signage is excellent. Information is in both English and French and includes diagrams and reproductions of old photos.
It is worth noting that the bunkers are cramped, dark and gloomy. This is not unexpected as each one is no more than 10 metres wide and 15m deep with 2m thick walls. Made of 600 cubic metres of concrete, they are buried under a layer of earth and camouflage netting.
Strategically, the Longues-sur-Mer guns were a big threat to the D-Day landings. They were located between Omaha and Gold Beaches, and their guns fired 45kg shells at a rate of 6 per minute, with a distance of up to 19.5km. Walking along the top of the Normandy cliffs between the German bunkers, gave us a great insight into the bombardment that the Allied forces faced on D-Day.
We spent a lot longer here than we’d expected to (nearly an hour). We did linger a bit but even on a tight schedule, you should allow at least 30 minutes.
NOTES:
* Entry to the site is free
* It is easily accessed by car, with plenty of free parking in the large visitors’ car-park
* A new 7.5km coastal walking trail leads from Longues-sur-Mer to Arromanches
* The movie, The Longest Day, has scenes that were filmed here.
It is incredibly well-preserved, with German gun emplacements and observation posts still intact, some still with the original 150mm guns (it’s the only place in Normandy where you can see this).
You can even walk inside some of the bunkers. If you have kids, this will help bring history alive in a way that no museum ever can.
Nothing has been altered or dressed up or turned into a museum-like exhibition. It’s all exactly as it was at the time which is both incredible and eerie.
Another day, we visited the Merville Battery which is now a museum and whilst it was done well, we preferred this site which had been left in its natural state. If you have limited time and have to choose, I’d recommend this one.
The Visitor Centre is new and is the best starting point. You can pick up a free map/guide of the site here.
Even without a map, it’s easy to follow the gravel walking track which leads you around the casemates and bunkers. The signage is excellent. Information is in both English and French and includes diagrams and reproductions of old photos.
It is worth noting that the bunkers are cramped, dark and gloomy. This is not unexpected as each one is no more than 10 metres wide and 15m deep with 2m thick walls. Made of 600 cubic metres of concrete, they are buried under a layer of earth and camouflage netting.
Strategically, the Longues-sur-Mer guns were a big threat to the D-Day landings. They were located between Omaha and Gold Beaches, and their guns fired 45kg shells at a rate of 6 per minute, with a distance of up to 19.5km. Walking along the top of the Normandy cliffs between the German bunkers, gave us a great insight into the bombardment that the Allied forces faced on D-Day.
We spent a lot longer here than we’d expected to (nearly an hour). We did linger a bit but even on a tight schedule, you should allow at least 30 minutes.
NOTES:
* Entry to the site is free
* It is easily accessed by car, with plenty of free parking in the large visitors’ car-park
* A new 7.5km coastal walking trail leads from Longues-sur-Mer to Arromanches
* The movie, The Longest Day, has scenes that were filmed here.
Written December 5, 2024
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Toblje
Zurich, Switzerland8,429 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
The Longues-Sur-Mer battery was a highlight of our journey through Normandy. This is the only German coastal battery with surviving guns. We visited the grounds early in the morning of a dreamlike day in August and had the battery all to ourselves. A circular route leads in about 20 minutes past all bunkers and 8 information signs (French and English). There is also a small visitor centre with large parking, toilets and picnic tables. Positive surprise at the end: This is one of the few free D-Day attractions in the region.
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Written November 10, 2024
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SeeTheW0rld62
Sunnyvale, CA2,385 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
It was interesting to see this German gun battery site. Germany clearly was prepared for attacks from the Allies coming from the Atlantic. Thankfully the Allies had a very strategic plan that worked. If it hadn't, it's likely we would be living in a very different world where all Jewish people would eventually been killed and all of Europe would be speaking German.
Written September 12, 2023
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Acineto
Auckland Central, New Zealand23,972 contributions
Jan 2020
We came by as a last stop to the area. we had just left the American Cemetary in Omaha and decided to stop by here before heading back. We came in early January around 1800 and it was already getting quite dark.
The carpark wasn't super big but enough for a few cars. We headed down the path and the batteries were just off to the side. We passed about three of them before heading back due to the lack of light. You were able to head into the batteries as well. Many still had the guns in place which was nice.
It was already enjoyable but we would have spent more time there had there been light. There were a few split paths that we didn't have time to go down. The carpark road is one way and loops back to the main road. You actually pass some of the batteries as you drive out.
The carpark wasn't super big but enough for a few cars. We headed down the path and the batteries were just off to the side. We passed about three of them before heading back due to the lack of light. You were able to head into the batteries as well. Many still had the guns in place which was nice.
It was already enjoyable but we would have spent more time there had there been light. There were a few split paths that we didn't have time to go down. The carpark road is one way and loops back to the main road. You actually pass some of the batteries as you drive out.
Written May 19, 2020
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cocolinettebis
Lyon, France447 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
The German battery at Longues-sur-Mer was part of the so-called Atlantic Wall, an armed defence that stretched from the Scandinavian countries to the Spanish border. The remains of this German coastal defence structure are still visible today and bear witness to history. Consisting of a firing command post and 4 casemates, the structure on a cliff overlooking the English Channel was one of the strategic points of the Allied landings. It is therefore a strategic point, essential to visit.
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Written October 26, 2024
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Traveler O
Washington DC, DC1,211 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
These WWII Atlantic Wall bunkers are mostly in good condition and are a must for any history buff. The German coastal guns are still setup inside of most of the bunkers - condition varies, but it gives an insightful perspective. Parking is nearby for free and you then follow a gravel/dirt trail around to the gun emplacements and observation posts. Excellent chance to see things up close. Entry is free.
Written December 28, 2023
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dei travels
Orillia, Canada136 contributions
Jun 2019 • Solo
Very large site. Many bunkers . Many in good condition. Many display signs French and English. Very low price for 1 hour guide tour in English. Great view of the sea. Not allowed to get to close to edge. They have a small tourist shop of books, reading material and tourist items souvenirs. Unfortunately the staff arrived to work late. The staff was also not friendly. The staff would not allow charging of phone. BUT the site was wonderful
Written April 12, 2020
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R1chardN
Surbiton, UK628 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
We did not know how good this would be. It is shown on the map but the tourist centre is only now being developed. It is expected to be completed in 2023. We went late in the day and it was quiet.
There is a walk around the battery past the four gun emplacements and down towards the cliff edge. At the cliff edge there are good views over the sea to the Mulberry Harbours.
Each gun emplacement still has a gun in place each in Ariosto states of repair. It is interesting to see the size of the weapons housed in the concrete blocks.
It is a good experience and took about an hour to walk the circuit.
There is a walk around the battery past the four gun emplacements and down towards the cliff edge. At the cliff edge there are good views over the sea to the Mulberry Harbours.
Each gun emplacement still has a gun in place each in Ariosto states of repair. It is interesting to see the size of the weapons housed in the concrete blocks.
It is a good experience and took about an hour to walk the circuit.
Written October 12, 2022
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Stuart_Away_Again
Cambridge, UK891 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
Considering these casements are not managed overtly and sit open 24/7, they are in remarkable shape. The facility gives a good idea of the size and disposition of fortifications away from more built up areas. The 4 casements are fully accessible as is the observation bunker - well worth the extra walk. I found the visit more thought provoking than the Merville Battery which felt a bit sterile. Nice info office, free parking and toilets! Definitely worth a visit.
Written July 5, 2022
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dunadan
Lynnwood, WA2,429 contributions
Aug 2019
Our tour of the German gun emplacements at Longues-Sur-Mer was another highlight our day trip to see the D-Day highlights. Parking was plentiful on our visit during last summer, and we dodged raindrops as we explored the area and read the informative displays. The battery emplacements are impressive in their size and condition, and we had fun exploring them inside and out and climbing to their tops to take in the views.
Written July 5, 2020
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Are you able to visit and see inside without having a guided tour?
Written January 25, 2020
Yes. Free parking too.
Written January 26, 2020
Hola! Necesito saber si la visita a los bunkers WN62 y Ruquet en la Playa Omaha son gratuitos o es necesario comprar un ticket?
Les agradeceré la información!
Written November 17, 2019
No ticket was necessary. Entry was free.
Written December 31, 2019
The Longues Battery is really an open site without an enclosure so you can visit it practically anytime. However there are guided tours and you should write to the website and ask about that.
Drive up to the coast and there is an open car park, get out and wander around. It is worth walking to the coastal observation bunker as the view is historic.
Written November 18, 2018
Is the battery open tomorrow and what are the prices? We are planning on going there in the morning. Thank you in advance.
Written September 19, 2018
Hello Michelle,
There is no admision, you can go visit it for free.
I think you can go everyday.
Hope you like it.
Best regards,
Mario
Written September 20, 2018
What are the holes on the top of the casements made by
Written August 28, 2018
To my recollection, there were not holes on the top of all of them.
The worst was battery 4 which was severely damaged when ammunition for the German AA gun exploded. The guns were disabled by the British battleships Ajax and Argonaut along with the French battlecruiser Georges Leygues over two days. I will also mention there are holes in the bunker that are designed to be there to let smoke escape.
If you are going, I would recommend going when the tours are offered. It was honestly one of the highlights for our family.
Enjoy your visit!!
Written August 29, 2018
Can you just walk around any time you like or is there an opening and closing time? We're planning to go early in the morning (8am).
Written April 14, 2018
It's open any time - there are no barriers.
Written April 17, 2018
J ai 2 petits chiens , ont ils droit à ce lieu, bien sûr ils sont en laisse
Written August 13, 2017
Bonjour
C'est totalement en plein air et sans entrée particulière donc vous n'aurez aucun problème à vous promener avec les chiens.
Bonnes balades.
Written August 14, 2017
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