Since the area of historical interest extends over 80 km of narrow roads, a loose
agenda for your visit saves time and nerves. Build in a little free time, too, as
some of the best experiences in Normandy happen while wandering on back
roads and stopping at less-publicized spots. Look for a sign bearing the symbol
of a dove for attractions related to the DDay landings, and remember the
French spell D-Day as "Jour-Jâe" (pronounced as "zhour-zhay").
A reasonable approach is to start at Caen or Arromanches and work westward
toward St. Mere Eglise.
Departure: Leave the KMC after school/duty hours, arriving in Normandy in
late evening.
Day 1: Visit Caen, Pegasus Bridge, and Arromanches (British/Canadian Areas)
Day 2: Visit Omaha Beach, Colleville Cemetery, and Pointe du Hoc.
Day 3: Visit Utah Beach, St. Mere Eglise, and Grandcamp Maisy
Day 4: Spend half a day moving back eastward and leave for the KMC after
lunch.
The same agenda can be covered in a busy 3 day weekend by eliminating the
area of least interest. The Bayeux area is the most central location if you don't
want to move from place to place every night.
agenda for your visit saves time and nerves. Build in a little free time, too, as
some of the best experiences in Normandy happen while wandering on back
roads and stopping at less-publicized spots. Look for a sign bearing the symbol
of a dove for attractions related to the DDay landings, and remember the
French spell D-Day as "Jour-Jâe" (pronounced as "zhour-zhay").
A reasonable approach is to start at Caen or Arromanches and work westward
toward St. Mere Eglise.
Departure: Leave the KMC after school/duty hours, arriving in Normandy in
late evening.
Day 1: Visit Caen, Pegasus Bridge, and Arromanches (British/Canadian Areas)
Day 2: Visit Omaha Beach, Colleville Cemetery, and Pointe du Hoc.
Day 3: Visit Utah Beach, St. Mere Eglise, and Grandcamp Maisy
Day 4: Spend half a day moving back eastward and leave for the KMC after
lunch.
The same agenda can be covered in a busy 3 day weekend by eliminating the
area of least interest. The Bayeux area is the most central location if you don't
want to move from place to place every night.
| A Suggested Agenda for the Normandy Beaches |
