Croix de Guerre 5th Engineer Special Brigade

On the opposite side of the American cemetery

First of all, do not follow Google maps if you're trying to find this monument, as well the 1 US infantry division one and German bunkers. They will take you on a 15 min detour drive. All of these mon...

On top of a bunker

The carpark to this area is beside the American Cemetary exit. There is only a single path that leads towards the ocean and the memorials, you just have to cross a road. You first pass the memorial fo...

Beautiful location, no entry charge

A beautiful location by the sea. It does involve a short walk from the car park. But no entry charge, and an important part of the DDay landing experience.

Part of our past

Another part of Omaha Beach and Normandy for men who freely gave their lives on those heroic days 75 years ago

For the best!

A simple but fitting memorial to those special engineers that fell during the assault. They deserve your visit!