Mémorial de Caen Museum Ticket

If you're in France, visit the Mémorial de Caen, a museum dedicated to the Second World War, the Landing of Normandy on D-Day, and the Cold War. It is essential for understanding 20th-century history.

Why Visit Mémorial de Caen?

Located near the famous beaches of the Normandy Landings, the Mémorial de Caen showcases original objects from the Second World War, including vehicles, weapons, and photographs. Notable sections include those on genocides, the Resistance, and Liberation. The D-Day exhibition focuses on the significant events of June 6, 1944, detailing the Normandy Beach Landings and their pivotal role in the war, covering beaches like Utah, Omaha, and others.

Other highlights include General Wilhelm Richter's underground bunker and an exhibition about the Cold War. The 20th-century immersive room features a 19-minute film presented in a 360-degree room with 11 screens, depicting European history from 1900 to 1991.

Opening Times

The Mémorial de Caen museum opening times are:

From April 1st to September 30th 2024: daily, 9 am to 7 pmFrom October 1st to 31st 2024: daily, 9 am to 6 pmFrom November 1st to December 31st 2024: open daily except Mondays, 9 am to 6 pm (closed on November 11, December 23, and December 30)From January 2nd to 5th 2025: daily from 9 am to 6 pmFrom January 28th to March 31st 2025: daily from 9 am to 6 pmFrom April 1st to September 30th 2025: daily from 9 am to 7 pmFrom October 1st to December 31st 2025: daily from 9:30 am to 6 pm

Opening times are subject to change.

Itinerary Adjustments

From January 6 to January 27, 2025, the Mémorial de Caen museum will be closed.