Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
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- SeeTheW0rld62Sunnyvale, California2,092 contributionsInteresting to see the site of German gunsIt was interesting to see this German gun battery site. Germany clearly was prepared for attacks from the Allies coming from the Atlantic. Thankfully the Allies had a very strategic plan that worked. If it hadn't, it's likely we would be living in a very different world where all Jewish people would eventually been killed and all of Europe would be speaking German.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 12 September 2023
- Traveler OWashington DC, District of Columbia1,216 contributionsIntact WWII Atlantic Wall BunkersThese WWII Atlantic Wall bunkers are mostly in good condition and are a must for any history buff. The German coastal guns are still setup inside of most of the bunkers - condition varies, but it gives an insightful perspective. Parking is nearby for free and you then follow a gravel/dirt trail around to the gun emplacements and observation posts. Excellent chance to see things up close. Entry is free.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 27 December 2023
- Adrian DEdinburgh, United Kingdom772 contributionsGood Apart From The School PartiesThis was one of the sites I wanted to visit during our stay in Normandy. We had a car so we were able to drive and park in the car park. Unfortunately there were a number of French school parties there who just seemed to be running amok. This spoiled it a bit for me however it was great to see this piece of WW2 history.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 19 July 2024
- PBJ1977Walsall, United Kingdom98 contributionsNormandy travelsAn excellent visit that has some amazing bunkers and pillboxes from the Atlantic Wall. There is an easily followed walking trail around the site with information boards placed at different points. It is free to enter and definitely worth a visit.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 August 2024
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SeeTheW0rld62
Sunnyvale, CA2,092 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
It was interesting to see this German gun battery site. Germany clearly was prepared for attacks from the Allies coming from the Atlantic. Thankfully the Allies had a very strategic plan that worked. If it hadn't, it's likely we would be living in a very different world where all Jewish people would eventually been killed and all of Europe would be speaking German.
Written 12 September 2023
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Stuart_Away_Again
Cambridge, UK869 contributions
July 2022 • Friends
Considering these casements are not managed overtly and sit open 24/7, they are in remarkable shape. The facility gives a good idea of the size and disposition of fortifications away from more built up areas. The 4 casements are fully accessible as is the observation bunker - well worth the extra walk. I found the visit more thought provoking than the Merville Battery which felt a bit sterile. Nice info office, free parking and toilets! Definitely worth a visit.
Written 5 July 2022
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R1chardN
Surbiton, UK626 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
We did not know how good this would be. It is shown on the map but the tourist centre is only now being developed. It is expected to be completed in 2023. We went late in the day and it was quiet.
There is a walk around the battery past the four gun emplacements and down towards the cliff edge. At the cliff edge there are good views over the sea to the Mulberry Harbours.
Each gun emplacement still has a gun in place each in Ariosto states of repair. It is interesting to see the size of the weapons housed in the concrete blocks.
It is a good experience and took about an hour to walk the circuit.
There is a walk around the battery past the four gun emplacements and down towards the cliff edge. At the cliff edge there are good views over the sea to the Mulberry Harbours.
Each gun emplacement still has a gun in place each in Ariosto states of repair. It is interesting to see the size of the weapons housed in the concrete blocks.
It is a good experience and took about an hour to walk the circuit.
Written 12 October 2022
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Traveler O
Washington DC, DC1,216 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
These WWII Atlantic Wall bunkers are mostly in good condition and are a must for any history buff. The German coastal guns are still setup inside of most of the bunkers - condition varies, but it gives an insightful perspective. Parking is nearby for free and you then follow a gravel/dirt trail around to the gun emplacements and observation posts. Excellent chance to see things up close. Entry is free.
Written 28 December 2023
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Adrian D
Edinburgh, UK772 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
This was one of the sites I wanted to visit during our stay in Normandy. We had a car so we were able to drive and park in the car park. Unfortunately there were a number of French school parties there who just seemed to be running amok. This spoiled it a bit for me however it was great to see this piece of WW2 history.
Written 19 July 2024
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Chez
53 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
Fantastic find on a drive along the coast, small free car park. Really nice to see batteries with guns still and to walk inside them. Really made me stop and think about what had happened in the area.
Written 28 October 2021
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Turner S
1,502 contributions
May 2021
Well-preserved casemates that you can walk through. They survived the bombing before D-Day and shelled ships approaching Gold and Omaha Beaches. The Brits captured them on 7 June. There is also a fire control bunker toward the cliff but we didn’t walk that far. It really puts you in the moment. A French jet flew down the coast as we were exploring which gave me a chill. Well worth the stop.
Written 31 May 2021
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PBJ1977
Walsall, UK98 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
An excellent visit that has some amazing bunkers and pillboxes from the Atlantic Wall. There is an easily followed walking trail around the site with information boards placed at different points. It is free to enter and definitely worth a visit.
Written 16 August 2024
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Dale6284
Calgary, Canada367 contributions
Aug 2022
There is a walking path that goes past 4 WW II German artillery casemates. You can step inside them. The path then continues to bunkers overlooking Gold Beach. In the distance you can also see in the ocean, remnants of artificial harbour pieces that were towed into place for D Day. This site is definitely worth a visit.
Written 27 August 2022
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JOBnyc
Mohegan Lake, NY72 contributions
May 2013 • Friends
This is a "must see" if you are visiting Normandy covering the D-Day invasion. These guns are still in their bunkers pointing out over the beaches were the Allies landed. I was able to enter the bunker and take pictures looking out over the landing sites. The site is well marked when entering the village of Longues Ser Mar. The parking and the site is free with a TI, bathrooms and a small snack shop.
Written 27 May 2013
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Are you able to visit and see inside without having a guided tour?
Written 25 January 2020
Yes. Free parking too.
Written 26 January 2020
Hola! Necesito saber si la visita a los bunkers WN62 y Ruquet en la Playa Omaha son gratuitos o es necesario comprar un ticket?
Les agradeceré la información!
Written 17 November 2019
No ticket was necessary. Entry was free.
Written 31 December 2019
The Longues Battery is really an open site without an enclosure so you can visit it practically anytime. However there are guided tours and you should write to the website and ask about that.
Drive up to the coast and there is an open car park, get out and wander around. It is worth walking to the coastal observation bunker as the view is historic.
Written 18 November 2018
Is the battery open tomorrow and what are the prices? We are planning on going there in the morning. Thank you in advance.
Written 19 September 2018
Hello Michelle,
There is no admision, you can go visit it for free.
I think you can go everyday.
Hope you like it.
Best regards,
Mario
Written 20 September 2018
What are the holes on the top of the casements made by
Written 28 August 2018
To my recollection, there were not holes on the top of all of them.
The worst was battery 4 which was severely damaged when ammunition for the German AA gun exploded. The guns were disabled by the British battleships Ajax and Argonaut along with the French battlecruiser Georges Leygues over two days. I will also mention there are holes in the bunker that are designed to be there to let smoke escape.
If you are going, I would recommend going when the tours are offered. It was honestly one of the highlights for our family.
Enjoy your visit!!
Written 29 August 2018
Can you just walk around any time you like or is there an opening and closing time? We're planning to go early in the morning (8am).
Written 14 April 2018
It's open any time - there are no barriers.
Written 17 April 2018
J ai 2 petits chiens , ont ils droit à ce lieu, bien sûr ils sont en laisse
Written 13 August 2017
Bonjour
C'est totalement en plein air et sans entrée particulière donc vous n'aurez aucun problème à vous promener avec les chiens.
Bonnes balades.
Written 14 August 2017
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