This is not a museum to be rushed through, as it explores history from 1918 to the present day in engrossing and thought-provoking exhibits. It puts the 20th century in context by starting with the end of the First World War, leading to the horrors of the Second World War and beyond to the Cold War and the Berlin Wall. Civilian stories are told in heartbreaking detail, along with tales of courage and ingenuity of Allied soldiers. Not surprisingly, a large exhibition is dedicated to the D-Day landings, as well as the reopening of the headquarters used by German General Richter during the war. The museum’s café is reasonably priced and a good spot to relax in between exhibitions.
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Le Mémorial de Caen (Caen Memorial)
Esplanade Général Eisenhower
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Neighborhood
Around Town
Hours
Feb–Mar 9am–6pm; Apr–Sept 9am–7pm; Oct–Dec 9:30am–6pm (closed Mon in Nov–Dec).
Phone
02-31-06-06-45
Prices
Admission 19.80€ adults, 17.50€ students and children 10–18; free to World War II veterans and children 9 and under
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Le Mémorial de Caen (Caen Memorial)
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Closed Jan
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Esplanade Général Eisenhower CaenNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.