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A must-see between Argentan and the Haras du Pin.

The Stele of the Poles in Coudehard is a memorial which commemorates the end of the Battle of the Falaise Pocket, which took place in August 1944 during the Second World War. A group of Polish soldiers from the 1st Armored Division resisted attacks by German troops trying to escape encirclement by Allied forces. The Polish soldiers suffered heavy losses, but held their position until relieved by Canadian troops.

For a unique and historic destination, you can stop at this M16 Half-Track in Tournai-Sur-Dive. This is a rare example of an American WWII anti-aircraft vehicle that was abandoned by Allied forces after the liberation of France. It was to be equipped with four 0.5-inch machine guns mounted on a quadruple mount at the rear. You can imagine the noise he made shooting at enemy planes.

The Château des Ducs is a 14th century castle that was once the residence of Pierre II de Valois, a descendant of Saint Louis. The castle is today the seat of the court of justice, but you can still admire its architecture and its chapel, which houses a magnificent altarpiece from the 18th century.

The Château de Cuy in Occagnes is a 17th century castle with classic architecture. Its elegant facades, roofs and entrance doors are classified as historic monuments. You can admire the castle from the outside, but the interior is not open to the public as it is private property.

Centrally located, right next to the Office de Tourisme.

Medieval tower

Small asphalt path that climbs very steeply with a portion of 25% quite a lot of gravel