Pegasus Bridge, Ranville: Tickets, Tours, Address, Phone Number, Pegasus Bridge Reviews: 4.5/5
Pegasus Bridge
Pegasus Bridge
4.5
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A recreation of the original bridge captured by the British from the Nazis towards the end of World War II, located on the grounds of the Pegasus Memorial.
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Stephen B
Hereford, UK25 contributions
Ham and jam
Sep 2021 • Family
I thought this was a great experience and the staff could not be more helpful. It is a must see for any one wanting to see iconic history and gain a deeper insight for what was really achieved.
Written September 6, 2021
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BigDave146
Warfield, UK27 contributions
Ham and Jam ! Must visit place.
Aug 2020
What an amazing place. So much history from WW2 here. The museum is really good, and you can see the landing places of the Horsa Gliders over the road in the fields. You HAVE to visit.
Written September 12, 2020
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Survivory
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg871 contributions
This is where the action happened
Aug 2020
The bonus after you have visited the museum is that you get to cross on the new Pegasus Bridge. The bridge in itself is perhaps nothing to see, but when you have learned more about the story you do realise what an impact securing this bridge had on the success of the D-Day.
It is absolutely worth to stop and walk across the bridge and to see the big stones that marks where the gliders landed, that is really amazing.
It is absolutely worth to stop and walk across the bridge and to see the big stones that marks where the gliders landed, that is really amazing.
Written August 14, 2020
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Stefan C
Limoges, France133 contributions
The Longest Day
Jul 2020
The replacement bridge, wow what an area of history, had to go and watch the longest day film again. Lucky to be there when the bridge opened too.Very well laid out memorial to the brave few.
Written July 30, 2020
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Russell J
London, UK160 contributions
Ham and Jam
Jul 2020
This was somewhere I had wanted to visit as the Oxs & Bucks Light Infantry secured it on D-Day and I served in a descendent Regiment, The Royal Green Jackets. Its a busy road over the Bridge but I was lucky enough to be there when it was raised. I also had a coffee in Cafe Gondree and the owner, Madam eGondree couldn't have been more welcoming and she recognised my cap badge on my t-shirt immediately.She offered me a free coffee as she does with all veterans of the Regiment but i chose to pay for it. Definitely worth the trip and I will go again when I have a little more time
Written July 27, 2020
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dei travels
Orillia, Canada138 contributions
History and Bridges of importance.
Jun 2019 • Solo
This was a huge moment in history. The Pegasus museum gives you a lot of in site. Plus there is lots of signage in English. Many monuments surrounding the Bridge on the river banks. Walk in the grounds to not miss all the monuments. There are many restaurant by the river. Plus a great bicycle path to other towns with history to explore.
Written April 12, 2020
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Stuart
Mackay, Australia71 contributions
A must for anyone interested in WWII
Jul 2019
One of the German strong points taken by the Allies before the D Day landings. There is also a fantastic museum close to the site.
Written January 22, 2020
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Nolinice
Oakville, Canada2,714 contributions
superlative during D-day commemorations
Jun 2019
for Canadian it is a very special location and the heroism of the troops landing by glider well explained in the park and nearby museum, but the place and bar take a life of their own during the d-day commemoration. not to be missed
Written December 31, 2019
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Mark Burgess
Wimbish, UK270 contributions
An absolute must if visiting Normandy.
Nov 2019 • Business
A historic location with a museum to showcase heroes and acts of bravery that changed the course of WWII. The outdoor artefacts including the original Pegasus bridge, Bailey bridge and vehicles are worthy of a look as well as the video which highlights how 9 Div achieved what was deemed by a Russian visitor after the war as unachievable.
A review cannot do this location and museum justice and I urge you all to visit to take in the personal experience.
A review cannot do this location and museum justice and I urge you all to visit to take in the personal experience.
Written November 29, 2019
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Vfrphil
529 contributions
Good museum and location.
Nov 2019 • Friends
This museum is a most if you are visiting the D-Day beaches. As this is where the invasion started at 00:15hrs with the landing of 3 gliders, next to the bridge. The staff are very friendly and make sure you see the film and explanation of what happened on the 6th June 1944. Look for the damage on the original bridge from the battle to capture it.
Written November 26, 2019
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mrsg3107
Stockton-on-Tees, UK300 contributions
Hello, planning a visit in October and want my husband to see Pegasus Bridge, is this possible with our dog? I understand dogs wont be permitted into the museum but wondered if the outside area we would be ok? thank you
dei travels
Orillia, Canada138 contributions
It should not be a problem. I saw other people with dogs. There is open space across the street from the beside the river. There is lots to see inside the museum plus in the fenced in yard. But please is the sites around the Bridge. The signs are not posted enough. But when you are at the bridge, one side has a restaurant, take a short walk behind. The big one is on the other side across the river same side. There is a little bit close to the road but walk into the field or grass area there is more to see but the signs do not give justice to this area. Enjoy your visit.
EssexPlod
Southend-on-Sea, UK72 contributions
What is the cost of entry to the museum please?
Neal69Derby
Derby, UK20 contributions
About €6 euros. But if you keep the ticket, you can get a discount off some other attractions around the area. Merville Battery is good 👍
Truckerone
Chesterfield, UK12 contributions
Going over 13/02/17 for a couple of days , staying at hotel de la marine arramanche , what do you folks recommend to visit
LewPontypridd
Pontypridd387 contributions
It depends on how interested you are in WW2 but The Bridge and museum are a must as is the Cafe.We had a nice ham roll and coffee there.
Also the War cemetery at Ranville.
Hope this helps?
Tracy301
Gloucestershire, UK3 contributions
Hi can you tell me where i would be best staying overnight whilst visiting Pegasus bridge? Would it be Ranville or caen?
LewPontypridd
Pontypridd387 contributions
Ranville is only a small village. Caen is probably better it's quite a big city.
Hope this helps?
HappyRambler_10
London, UK1 contribution
How do I get there on public transport (staying near Caen railway station) ?
Rob H
Halifax, Canada326 contributions
No there is no public transport but I think a taxi would be quite reasonable, it is only 15 minutes from Caen.
Gail D
Brisbane, Australia17 contributions
Hi,
Back in 2007 I did a day tour from Paris which visited all the beaches, musseum and the Pegasus Bridge. I haven't been able to find a smilar tour leaving from Paris. Could you please recommend a tour which visits as much as possible but must include the Pegasus Bridge.
Thanks for your assistance.
Gail
PHE22
London, UK3,925 contributions
Sorry I drove from the UK and did not research tours.
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- Hotels near Pegasus Bridge:
- (0.33 mi) Hotel Restaurant La Glycine
- (0.36 mi) Manoir'hastings
- (0.38 mi) La Palmeraie
- (0.55 mi) Camping Les Hautes Coutures
- (3.94 mi) La Rivaudiere
- Restaurants near Pegasus Bridge:
- (0.03 mi) Cafe Gondree
- (0.04 mi) Les 3 Planeurs
- (0.36 mi) Manoir'Hastings Restaurant
- (0.33 mi) La Glycine
- (0.39 mi) La Palmeraie