Caen Memorial

Designed by the architect Jacques Millet in the middle of Normandy with the help of the museographer Yves Devraine, the Caen Memorial is a museum whose theme is entirely focused on peace. The President of the French Republic, François Mitterrand, inaugurated it on June 6, 1988 in the presence of the heads of state or government of eleven other countries involved in the Battle of Normandy.

The news of the 20th century in Caen

Dedicated to thehistory of the 20th century, this museum brings together many objects of daily life under the occupation by Nazi Germany. The different phases of the conflict, especially the Battle of Normandy, as well as theadvance of the Allied forces in France and thehistory of the Shoah are presented through various scenographies. You will discover ” The World before 1945 “, ” The World after 1945 “, ” Stains of opinion, the news of the world through the press drawing “, ” The underground bunker, command post of General Richer “, ” The international park of the Liberation of Europe “. You will also find various collections of objects, archives and documentation, and an exceptional repository of evidence of the Holocaust by bullets. In the Memorial, spaces are also reserved for a gallery of destroyed cities (Le Havre, Hamburg, Hiroshima, Warsaw, Stalingrad, London, Rotterdam, Caen, Aunay-sur-Odon, Tokyo?) In addition, the museum frequently organizes events that are open to everyone (temporary exhibitions, international human rights advocacy contest, Cartooning for Peace international cartoonists meeting and many other events).

Rediscover the 20th century in Caen

A very moving, spacious, playful and essential museum for remembrance, the Memorial is a must-see place. Visiting this museum is an opportunity to rediscover the major historical events of the 20th century. For your pleasure and personal development, take a tour with your family, couple or friends during your stay at the 4 star campsite Le Fanal. Don’t hesitate to offer a good guide for a very good visit and beautiful days rich in teaching.