Musée des épaves sous-marines du Débarquement
Private museum with parts and objects recovered from the wrecks of ships and sunken tanks lost during the Allied landings of 1944.
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About the museum
In 1970, the state commissioned Jacques Lemonchois to clear dangerous wrecks from the bed of the Bay of the Seine that were a hazard to navigation. For many years he explored the landing areas and salvaged items, some of which he kept. He died in 2007.
The museum opened in 1990 on a private initiative near Port-en-Bessin. It shows remains and personal objects from warships and tanks sunk around June 6, 1944. Photographs and a film of about 52 minutes explain the underwater exploration work.
Highlights
- Remains of warships and tanks sunk in June 1944
- Personal items recovered from the wrecks
- Photographs of the underwater exploration
- Explanatory film of about 52 minutes
- Founded
- 1990
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
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| Children & teens | €5Children aged 7 to 16. |
| Groups (20+ people) | –Groups of 20 or more people; price not stated. |
Prices published by the Bayeux Bessin tourist office and by Chemins de mémoire.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
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Getting there & parking
The museum is located in Commes, near Port-en-Bessin, on the road to Bayeux (D6).
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Shop and bicycle parking according to Normandie Tourisme. Animals allowed.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Visit of about one hour. Tours are offered in French and English; the staff speak French, Spanish and English. A film of about 52 minutes is shown. |
