Mulberry Harbour

Overview

The Mulberry Harbour at Arromanches-les-Bains is a fascinating historical site featuring the remains of a temporary portable harbour used during the D-Day landings in World War II. It offers a unique glimpse into the engineering and logistics of the Allied forces.

It played a crucial role in the success of the D-Day invasion by providing a temporary harbour for the landing of troops and supplies.

WWII Engineering Beach Landing

Location

Address

Rue Lucien Joly, Arromanches-les-bains, Normandy

Neighborhood: Arromanches

Coordinates

49.341100, 0.596100

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€10

Children

€6

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

May-September

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, cooler weather

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• spring blooms
• mild weather

summer

hot

• extended visiting hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors
• cooler weather

winter

cold

• holiday decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book tickets in advance
Check weather conditions
Bring comfortable shoes

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket sunglasses

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• uneven terrain

Medical facilities: first aid available on-site

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, credit cards

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Typical Costs

entry €10

parking €5

food €15

souvenirs €20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 month
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Mulberry Harbour App

Size: 40 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Caen-Carpiquet Airport

Distance: 30 km

Travel Time: 35 minutes

taxi

€50 35 min

public_transport

€10 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

bus

€2 15 min

taxi

€15 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historical significance and unique engineering

Historical Significance: Crucial role in WWII D-Day landings

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning for locals
Best local food at the harbour-side restaurants

Local Recommendations

• Try local seafood at nearby restaurants
• Visit the Arromanches 360 Cinema for a deeper understanding

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Bonjour

thank_you Merci

where_is Où est

how_much Combien

beautiful Belle

ticket Billet

Guide Languages: French, English, German

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Mulberry Harbour remains

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide-angle shots

Result: Epic landscapes

#DDay #WWII #History

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, viewpoints

prohibited areas indoor exhibits

flash photography not allowed in exhibits

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited without permission

tripod policy allowed with permission

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Arromanches 360 Cinema

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min

Type: Cinema

Arromanches Beach

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Beach

D-Day Museum

Distance: 1.5km

Walking: 20 min

Type: Museum

Reviews

4.5

Based on 5,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views and history"

Contact Information

+33 2 31 21 97 97

info@arromanches.fr

www.arromanches.fr

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