A D-Day and Second World War Museum
in Normandy

Experience History at Normandy Victory Museum

And immerse yourself in the everyday lives of civilians and soldiers during the Battle of the Hedgerows

Journey into the heart of Normandy in 1944

Spanning over 2 000 m², some thirty displays, thousands of collection items, and numerous archives invite you on a moving and educational journey into the everyday life of the Battle of Normandy.

An emotional and immersive experience for curious visitors, families, and WWII history enthusiasts.

• 27 hyper-realistic scenes with remarkable detail

• 15 000 authentic collectibles

• A visit for all generations

Plan your visit

9,90 € / adult

Free parking

Restaurants

Wheelchair accessible

Visit: 1.5 to 3 hours

Dogs welcome

Plan your visit

9,90 € / adult

Visit: 1.5 to 3 hours

Free parking

Restaurants

Wheelchair accessible

Dogs welcome

Discover history through immersive experiences

Join a sensory guided tour

Follow one of our passionate guides on an immersive tour through the museum. Along the way, you'll discover fascinating stories, handle authentic artefacts, and take part in hands-on educational activities.

From May to late August · Booking required

Unlock the secret of the three bunkers

Unlock the secret of the three bunkers

An escape game adventure in life-size bunker replicas.

Departure of the Dodges on the roads around the museum

Ride in a vintage Dodge

For a discovery of the bocage and historical sites (with WW2 Veterans' Memories).

The Freedom Café in Carentan, next to the A10 Canteen and the museum

Enjoy a historic gourmet break

A brasserie and a coffee shop directly within the museum grounds.

The Museum's Vintage Shop

Browse the museum's vintage shop

Souvenirs, books, games, toys, and militaria await you.

In 2026,

Exhibition

The War in Posters

From 4 April to 1 November

Discover "The War in Posters" exhibition at Normandy Victory Museum.

Through a selection of original posters, explore the messages, visual codes, and communication strategies used to influence public opinion between 1939 and 1945.

An exhibition for everyone, from WWII enthusiasts to families.

Learn more

82nd D-DAY

4–7 June

Commemorating the Normandy Landings with reenactments, military vehicles, concerts, and a wide range of events.

View the programme

Cobra 44

25–26 July

A commemorative festival offering an immersive weekend in the heart of the Battle of the Hedgerows.

View the programme

More events

Throughout the year

Talks, conferences, film screenings, book signings, gatherings... Explore our programme.

Keep exploring...

The secret of the three bunkers

The Battle of the Hedgerows

A historical feature exploring the "Hedgerow Hell" in Normandy.

Cobra, Hedge Cutter during the Battle of the Hedges

Operation Cobra

Discover the decisive operation that changed the course of the Battle of Normandy.

Behind the scenes at the museum

Behind the scenes at the museum

Take a closer look at the museum's collections, exhibition design, and curatorial choices.

Discover all our articles in the museum blog

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Group visit to Normandy Victory Museum

Visit as a group

Group visits, school trips, seminars, and organised group outings: Normandy Victory Museum offers turnkey and tailor-made experiences to discover the history of 1944 through immersive activities and shared experiences. Explore all our offers in the "Groups" section.

Why visit Normandy Victory Museum

  • Clear and accessible information for everyone, from curious visitors and military history enthusiasts to children and teenagers.
  • Meticulously crafted scenes and a unique atmosphere that bring history to life.
  • Thousands of authentic artefacts collected by the museum's founders, who were born and raised in Normandy.
  • The opportunity to handle authentic artefacts and even climb inside a jeep for a memorable photo.
  • A free visitor app available in six languages, plus a dedicated children's trail.
  • Affordable admission from €9,90 (free for children up to and including 6 years old).
  • Dogs are welcome.
Entrance hall of the Normandy Victory Museum in Carentan
Scene from the occupation in our immersive museum in Normandy
Two soldiers at the moment of landing, realistic mannequins
Patton in Avranches, after the D-Day landings, museum scene
The museum collections
Scene from the Normandy landings

Photo gallery

Entrance hall of the Normandy Victory Museum in Carentan
Scene from the occupation in our immersive museum in Normandy
Two soldiers at the moment of landing, realistic mannequins
Scene from the Normandy landings