The Caen Memorial

Just a stone's throw from the D-Day Landing Beaches, discover the Caen Memorial
– an essential Normandy museum.

From the start of the Second World War to the end of the Cold War, its exhibitions recount the terrible story of the 20th century. THE SECOND WORLD WAR The rise of Nazism, the defeat of 1940, life under Occupation, Britain alone against Hitler, the resistance in France and Europe, the globalisation of the conflict, the Holocaust, propaganda and the war effort, liberation in Europe and the Nuremberg trials are all addressed in this exhibition, unique in Europe.

D-DAY AND THE BATTLE OF NORMANDY For the first time, the Battle of Normandy
– an essential episode in the liberation of Western Europe
– is tackled in full. DISCOVER OUR 'EUROPE, OUR HISTORY' IMMERSIVE FILM.

Projected in 360° across 11 screens, the film
– composed entirely of archive images
– immerses viewers in the heart of the major events of European history to understand the timeline of the two World Wars and the Cold War.

Come enjoy this unique visual and sound experience! THE COLD WAR From the end of the Second World War to the fall of the Berlin Wall, the second half of the 20th century is decrypted here for visitors. The Caen Memorial forms part of the Route of Canadian Remembrance, paying tribute to the 500,000 Canadian soldiers who fought to bring freedom to the French people on two occasions in the 20th century. Find all the information on the Route of Canadian Remembrance flyer.

Further information

• Guided tour
• Free tour

Equipments

• Restaurant
• Bar, cafeteria, tea room
• Free parking
• Covered picnic area
• Baby changing area
• Picnic area
• Auditorium
• Fully equipped meeting room

Services

• Library
• Shop
• Left luggage
• Rental / Loan of pushchairs and/or baby backpack
• Media library
• Restaurant with baby equipment
• Bicycle parking
• Free WIFI