Hill 112

Hill 112 is a World War II battle site located near Caen in Normandy, France. The elevated ground at 112 meters high overlooks the Normandy plains and the valleys of the Odon and Orne rivers.

British forces fought German divisions for control of this strategic height during July 1944. The fighting was part of a wider campaign to advance inland after the Normandy landings.

The site preserves memorials and information panels that mark where soldiers fought and died. Visitors can learn about the people who were there by reading these records and seeing what remains.

The site is open throughout the year and visitors can walk the grounds at their own pace. Wear sturdy shoes as the terrain is uneven and can be muddy depending on the weather.

German commanders considered this height so critical that they called it the key to Caen's back door. This view shows how much strategic importance both armies placed on controlling this single piece of ground.