Memorial Pegasus, Military museum in Ranville, France
Memorial Pegasus features exhibits documenting British airborne forces during World War II, including military equipment, photographs, and personal testimonies from D-Day operations.
The original Pegasus Bridge, captured by British forces on June 6, 1944, stands as the centerpiece of this museum inaugurated in 2000 by Prince Charles.
The museum preserves the legacy of the 6th Airborne Division through guided tours, educational programs, and collections of wartime artifacts from the Normandy campaign.
Located near Caen, the museum welcomes visitors from February through December, offering guided tours in multiple languages lasting approximately 75 minutes.
The memorial grounds display a full-size replica of a Horsa glider, which British troops used to land behind enemy lines during Operation Tonga.
Location: Ranville
Inception: 2000
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: 1 Avenue Major John Howard 14860 Ranville
Opening Hours: February-March: 10:00-17:00; April-September: Monday-Sunday 09:30-18:30; October 1-December 15: 10:00-17:00
Phone: +33231781944
Website: https://musee.memorial-pegasus.com
GPS coordinates: 49.24209,-0.27375
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
Caen bears traces of its past in every stone. The castle built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century still overlooks the city, while the Abbey of Men and the Abbey of Women testify to the power of the Norman dukes. Saint-Pierre Church rises with its 73-meter Gothic tower, and in the streets of Vaugueux, half-timbered houses recall medieval life. The Caen Memorial tells about World War II and the Normandy Battle, periods that deeply affected the city. Between history and nature, Caen also offers places of rest. The Botanical Garden, created in 1848, houses thousands of plant species within its greenhouses and arboretum. The Park of the Hill of Birds, developed over 17 hectares, features themed gardens and viewpoints over the city. From the Fine Arts Museum located within the castle to the Leroy Tower on the Orne quays, each site invites to discover different periods. Visiting Caen means exploring ten centuries of architecture and events that have shaped Normandy.
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