Discover an immersive visit to the heart of World War II and the Battle of the Hedgerows
Audience: individual visitors • see for groups
Au Normandy Victory Museum, a World War II museum in Normandy, featuring around thirty life-size dioramas, 15 000 Authentic objects, hundreds of archives and dozens of vehicles invite you on a journey to Normandy in 1944.
In an intimate atmosphere, enhanced by meticulous details and moving testimonies, discover the profoundly human story of those who made our history.
A chronological journey through the Battle of the Hedgerows
1940 – The Occupation
The visit begins with the France 40 area, which sets the context of the conflict and the years of Occupation in Normandy. An essential introduction to understanding the human, military, and civilian stakes before the summer of 1944.
June 1944 – The D-Day Landings
From the beaches of Omaha and Utah to the arrival of the paratroopers of the 101st Airborne at Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, the route retraces the first stages of the Liberation in Normandy.
Summer 1944 – The Battle of the Hedgerows
At the heart of the museum, this section immerses you in the battles around Carentan and in the Norman bocage. A war of attrition, fought in a complex environment, close to the terrain and the men.
After the Battle – Liberation and Reconstruction
The journey continues up to the Liberation, evoking the destruction, the prisoners of war and the early days of reconstruction.
Focus on women in war
At the end of the visit, a space highlights their often overlooked role in the conflict.
Life-size sets, as close to reality as possible
Around thirty dioramas immerse the visitor in Normandy in 1944. The mannequins, often hand-painted, are distinguished by their expressiveness, while each scene is constructed with an attention to historical detail validated by our historian.
Inspired by real events, sometimes based on archival photographs, these reenactments recreate moments of life: battles, medical care, waiting, everyday scenes, with remarkable accuracy. They immerse our visitors in the daily lives of civilians and soldiers during the Second World War.
Iconic vehicles at the heart of the route
Throughout the visit, several military and civilian vehicles complement the displays: Jeep Willys, Dodge, Half-Track, M8 Greyhound, or even a P47 Thunderbolt aircraft (full-size model).
The museum also houses a real landing craft, which visitors can enter to discover an exclusive testimony.
The presence of all these vehicles, in real scale, contributes to the immersion and gives full measure to the scale of the museum.
Testimonies, screenings and living memory
Throughout the course, projection screens They broadcast testimonies from soldiers and civilians, allowing the objects and scenes to be placed in a profoundly human dimension.
A dedicated screening room welcomes visitors for the showing of a moving documentary filmPresented in a seated area with about twenty places, this break offers a moment of reflection and a chance to step back amidst a dense and immersive visit.
Many of these voices are those of men and women who were children in 1944, direct witnesses to the fighting and upheaval of the Liberation in Normandy. Their stories remind us that behind the uniforms and vehicles lie individual destinies, and that The story of the Battle of the Hedgerows is also the story of a population forever marked.
A temporary exhibition to discover in 2026
In addition to the permanent exhibition dedicated to the Battle of the Hedgerows, the museum will present in 2026 the exhibition "War on Display", dedicated to propaganda posters from the Second World War.
Things to know before your visit
- The visit of Normandy Victory Museum lasts on average 1 hour 30 minutes (enthusiasts can easily spend up to 3 hours on it).
- The route is free and fluid: everyone moves at their own pace, takes the time to observe, listen to a testimony or linger in front of a scene.
- A free visitor app is available on smartphones via the museum's Wi-Fi. It offers content in 6 languages, audio commentary, and additional information to enhance the visit.
- The museum caters to all audiences: families, history enthusiasts, school groups, military personnel, and curious visitors. Everyone will find a suitable level of understanding.
From €9,90 for adults (free for children under 7)