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The memorial commemorates the French soldiers who neutralized the Wehrmacht bunkers here on June 6, 1944.

in two more words Same as WAR II

Kieffer Commando's Monument: In a beautiful park on the coast is this monument of the No. 4 Commandos of Lt. Kieffer, who came ashore in the early morning of June 6, 1944 to neutralize the batteries of Ouistreham. The monument is located on a German 644 bunker that was part of Stützpunkt 08 HKB Riva Bella. The Stützpunkt with 6 155mm guns served to defend the entrance to the river Orne and the canal. The Regelbau 644 is a "Stand with 6-Schartenturm in A". The stones in front of the monument bear the names of the fallen French commandos of June 6, 1944.

A magnificent place full of history.

This is a Canadian WW2 Museum which gives us discount to those arriving on bike! Great facilities to lock up your bike along with lockers for your panniers.

This museum, shaped like a Canadian maple leaf and covered in titanium, traces Canada's history and geography through countless testimonies from Canadians from a wide variety of backgrounds. It features multimedia and interactive games. After a short introductory film, visitors understand the crucial role played by Canadian troops, especially the navy, in the Normandy landings, as well as their industrial efforts for the Allies.

Built in the shape of a maple leaf

The capture of the bridge was necessary to militarily secure the left flank of the invasion beach Sword Beach.