Longues sur Mer

A major construction of the Atlantic Wall, the German coastal defense battery at Longues-sur-Mer includes a shooting command post and four casemates, each housing a 150 mm artillery piece. 

Located in the heart of the allied assault area, at the top of a cliff overlooking the English Channel, it played a strategic role during the Allied Landings of June 6, 1944. 

Despite the aerial bombardment of the night of June 5-6, the battery was still operational on the morning of June 6th. It was neutralized during the day by vessels cruising offshore.

Distance: 29 Km

Driving Time: 35 Minutes

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Longues Sur Mer Historical Video