Orglandes German War Cemetery Tours

Graveyards might not be the first thing that springs to mind when it comes to sightseeing, but they can reveal a lot about a place. Visit Orglandes German War Cemetery for some clues to the past and its people.

You'll find this burial ground in Orglandes. Once you've explored all you can at Orglandes German War Cemetery, pay a visit to nearby Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church, Airborne Museum, and La Fiere Bridge and Iron Mike Monument.

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On D-Day, John M.Steele, one of the mortar platoon of the 505 PIR of the US 82nd Airborne had his chute snag on the church tower as he descended. Here he hung during the battle, watching helplessly as his colleagues fought below. This scene was famously reenacted in the film "The Longest Day", and a manequin now hangs from the church in Ste Mere Eglise depicting the event

Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church

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Learn about the local history of Sainte-Mere-Eglise when you spend time at Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church
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Airborne Museum

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You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Airborne Museum in Sainte-Mere-Eglise. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Airborne Museum
This 21cm Skoda canon of the “Crisbecq Battery” had a range of more than 30 kilometres. On D-day

Crisbecq Battery

You can learn about the history of Saint-Marcouf when you stop by Crisbecq Battery. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Crisbecq Battery

Ecausseville Airship Hangar

Learn about the local history of Ecausseville when you take a trip to Ecausseville Airship Hangar. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Ecausseville Airship Hangar

La Fiere Bridge and Iron Mike Monument

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Find out about the history of Sainte-Mere-Eglise when you spend time at La Fiere Bridge and Iron Mike Monument. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

La Fiere Bridge and Iron Mike Monument

Regional Cider Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Regional Cider Museum during your trip to Valognes. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's countryside.

Regional Cider Museum

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