2- to 6-hour sidecar excursion on the D-Day Landing Beaches

Highlights

Leistungen

Ablauf

1. Your Gentleman Sider (guide/driver) will meet you with his vintage sidecar at the pickup location of your choice, or at the parking lot of the Bayeux Battle of Normandy Museum, or at the Bayeux bus station. He will help you gear up with helmets, gloves, and retro goggles before getting you comfortably settled in the sidecar. There will, of course, be stops along the way to take breaks and capture photos.

   15 Min.

2. INCLUDED IN OPTIONS: 2-HOUR BRITISH SECTOR – HALF DAY – FULL DAY Your driver will take you to Arromanches-les-Bains. It was on this beach that, during the Battle of Normandy, immediately after D-Day on June 6th, 1944, the Allies established Mulberry B, a temporary artificial harbor designed to allow the landing of heavy equipment without having to wait for the capture of deep-water ports such as Le Havre or Cherbourg (Cherbourg-en-Cotentin since 2016). Although located in the center of the Gold Beach landing zone, Arromanches was spared the worst of the fighting on D-Day. To enable the rapid installation and proper functioning of the harbor, it was essential not to damage the beach and to preserve the surrounding communication routes. British troops therefore landed farther east, between Asnelles and Ver-sur-Mer, and liberated Arromanches by land on the evening of June 6th. The harbor was put into service on June 14th.

   1 Std.

3. INCLUDED IN OPTIONS 2: HOUR BRITISH SECTOR – HALF DAY – FULL DAY The Longues-sur-Mer battery is one of the artillery batteries of the Atlantic Wall, located in the coastal commune of Longues-sur-Mer in the Calvados region. The site consisted of four long-range 150 mm naval guns, each protected by a reinforced concrete casemate, along with various installations used to operate and defend them. Situated in the Allied Normandy landing zone, between Omaha Beach and Gold Beach, the battery was subjected to intense aerial and naval bombardments, preventing it from fully engaging on D-Day. It was captured the following day by British troops. Listed as a Historic Monument, the battery is remarkably well preserved. The site is now developed for visitors and has become a popular stop during tours of the D-Day landing sites.

   1 Std.

4. INCLUDED IN OPTIONS: 2-HOUR AMERICAN SECTOR – HALF DAY – FULL DAY Liberated on June 8th, 1944 by the 47th Royal Marines Commando during Operation Overlord, Port-en-Bessin became, as early as June 16th, the central hub of a pipeline network of approximately 120 km designed to supply Allied armies with fuel. By the end of August 1944, this system was expanded through Operation PLUTO, which involved laying underwater pipelines between the Isle of Wight and Querqueville near Cherbourg.

   30 Min.

5. INCLUDED IN OPTIONS: 2-HOUR AMERICAN SECTOR – HALF DAY – FULL DAY Omaha Beach remains one of the most iconic D-Day landing sites, holding undeniable historical significance. Here, you will stand on the very sands where thousands of American soldiers bravely landed amid intense gunfire and artillery bombardment. Your guide will share moving accounts of the challenges the soldiers faced during this fierce battle. As you walk along the beach, take a moment to pay tribute at the memorials and reflect on the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought here.

   30 Min.

6. INCLUDED IN OPTIONS: 2-HOUR AMERICAN SECTOR – HALF DAY – FULL DAY The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, perched on a cliff overlooking Omaha Beach, offers a poignant and deeply moving tribute to the fallen soldiers. As you walk among the rows of white marble crosses and Stars of David, you will be filled with a profound sense of gratitude and respect for those who sacrificed their lives for freedom. Your guide will share stories about some of the individuals laid to rest here and provide meaningful insight into the historical impact of their sacrifice. *During the low season, the cemetery closes early. Any tour starting at 4:00 PM will not be able to include the cemetery visit.* *Please note that starting in 2026, the visit to the Omaha Cemetery cannot be guaranteed and will be replaced by the visit of WN60.*

   1 Std.

7. ONLY FOR THE 6-HOUR OPTION Pointe du Hoc became a crucial strategic battleground during the Allied landings in Normandy on June 6th, 1944. Located between Utah Beach to the west and Omaha Beach to the east, this promontory was fiercely fortified by the Germans (WN 751). Allied aerial reconnaissance revealed the presence of powerful long-range artillery pieces threatening both neighboring beaches. Quickly neutralizing these guns was considered essential to ensure the success of the landings. Explore this historic site with fascination, where courage and strategy played a decisive role in the path to liberation.

   1 Std.

8. Return to the starting point by the countryside.

   Vorbeifahrt

Stornierung

Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn, mit voller Rückerstattung.

Bewertungen

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• 5Knowledgeable tour guide

  Rain or shine plus includes driver. The person behind the driver must be prepared to hold on tight..

  George_HOktober 2026über Viator

• 5Fun experience, well worth it!

  Phillippe, Thomas and John were delightful, knowledgeable and attentive. Our group of five included our 82-year-old parents who felt safe and had so much fun. We all voted for this tour as our favourite excursion during our 10-day visit to Normandy. Highly recommend this novel ride through beautiful Normandy road and villages. Diane

  dianea569September 2026über Tripadvisor

• 5Most Amazing Tour!!

  We did this tour on a rainy September day. Rain gear and gloves were provided. Had an absolutely amazing and exciting experience. Extremely fun and knowledgeable guide/driver. John and Remy (spelling?). This deserves 10 stars out of 5!!!! Couldn’t be better.

  John_RSeptember 2026über Viator

• 5Tour Normandy

  The best way to tour Normandy!! Remy was fantastic and very knowledgeable. Had a wonderful time!

  N6737VPsusanpSeptember 2026über Tripadvisor

• 5Just do it!

  We had a blast. We are seniors so I was worried we would not be comfortable, but we loved it. Philippe was an excellent tour guide and extremely knowledgeable about D Day invasion. Highly recommend this tour

  Mary_VSeptember 2026über Viator

• 5Best tour

  This was our first time in France and all of the reviews for this tour were amazing so we decided to do it. John, our pilot, did not disappoint. He was fun, knowledgeable, and kind. I could not recommend this tour anymore. We would do it again in a heartbeat. Thank you John for a very memorable time in Normandy! What a way to travel and take in history at the same time.

  Kelly_GSeptember 2026über Viator

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How it compares in Bayeux

• Its from-price is 78% below the median of the 92 tagesausflüge we list in Bayeux.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 92.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Bayeux

Bayeux is a small Norman town of medieval lanes and a Gothic cathedral, home to a famous embroidery of the Norman conquest and close to the D-Day beaches.

A strip of embroidered linen almost seventy metres long, made in the eleventh century, tells the story of the Norman conquest of England in 1066 and hangs in its own museum in town. The cathedral, whose crossing spire towers over the rooftops, was consecrated in 1077 with William the Conqueror present. Bayeux escaped bombing in 1944, so its old centre of half-timbered and stone houses along the River Aure is largely intact.

Top-ranked sights in Bayeux: Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

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