Normandy American Cemetery, Colleville-sur-Mer

It was the first time visiting such a large memorial for fallen soldiers of WW2. It was a very moving experience to think that our modern freedom is only possible thanks to the sacrifice of these soldiers. It felt like I was paying my respects for what I'm able to experience today. The place is incredibly well maintained and there's a few maps that tell the story behind the landing of Normandy. It is absolutely a place to visit during your stay in Normandy.

It is a very surreal experience to walk up to this cemetery. The land is enormous and when you really start reading the markers it does hit you how many people died in a short time frame. Books will never replace the true history and historic places as this. It is a must see when you are in France. Very well taken care of, lots of parking, and facilities.

A depressing and historic place. Thanks to all Allied soldiers who have brought peace to Europe through their commitment. Honoring you is our responsibility. Impressive exhibition. Definitely worth a visit. Located in close proximity to the Overlord Museum.

I came for the cemetery, but the real treasure was the museum in the memorial center. The quotes of the men who fought there, the tales of the people who died, the elaborate planning that went before the invasions, the training, the selfless collaboration of people, united for only one cause. Liberation. Surreal experience. It left me in utter awe. It gave the whole experience so much more meaning… It also helped that this was the first thing we visited before seeing the cemetery, the batteries, bomb crater ridden battlefields, and the invasion beaches. Everything was so full of understanding of how unimaginably huge the sacrifices were. It was almost tangible. And then you have people complaining here because they couldn’t bring their dog, or they heard a lawnmower maintaining the meticulously kept memorial place for people who went through hell, for us all, true heroes, every single one of them. It’s just painfully embarrassing. Rules are rules, show some dignity and respect, it’s the very least you can do.

Free entry, free parking, extremely well maintained and secure. I read every single slide/exhibit in the place, I was completely absorbed by it all and have never got close to doing that in any other museum I've visited in 50+ years. The views from the cliff are awesome too. This is a must visit place. Now, where did I put my "The Longest Day" dvd?!