Musée de la Bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles 1944
Museum in the former Notre-Dame du Val chapel, devoted to the Battle of Tilly-sur-Seulles in June 1944 and the fate of civilians.
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About the museum
The museum occupies a former chapel, Notre-Dame du Val, protected as a historic monument. The Tilly 1944 association aims to promote the historical heritage of the commune and in particular this museum.
The route recounts the Battle of Tilly-sur-Seulles, a little-known episode of the Battle of Normandy. In June 1944, the British 30th Corps clashed with German troops there. According to the museum, the village was taken and retaken 23 times in just under a month, was about 70% destroyed and lost roughly a tenth of its inhabitants.
Display cases and explanatory panels show how the fighting unfolded, but also the German occupation, Allied bombing and the lives of civilians during those weeks.
Highlights
- Museum in a chapel listed as a historic monument
- Account of the Battle of Tilly-sur-Seulles from June 7 to 19, 1944
- Display cases and panels on the occupation, the bombing and civilians
- Visits in French and English
Permanent exhibition
- La bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles, juin 1944 – Display cases and panels on the fighting between the British 30th Corps and German troops, the occupation, the bombing and the fate of the population.
- Operated by
- Association Tilly 1944
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €4 |
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| Reduced | €2Young people aged 12 to 18 |
| Children & teens | €2free up to age 11 · Free for children under 12; €2 for ages 12 to 18. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freeFree admission for people with disabilities. |
Single rate of €4 for self-guided visits. Free admission also for war veterans. Payment in cash or by check.
Accessibility
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 45 min |
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| Kids’ admission | free up to age 11 |
- Playground / play area
Play area and outdoor games, children's toilets and an uncovered picnic area.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
Parking for coaches on site and a car park for light vehicles nearby.
Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Museum shop, toilets and an uncovered picnic area.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Self-guided visit of about 45 minutes. Guided tours of one to two hours are offered to groups by reservation. Visits are possible in French and English. |
