Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema: Experience the unique 19-minute film telling the Battle of Normandy
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50 Ratings
Arromanches-les-Bains
Immerse yourself in the Battle of Normandy with the unique 19-minute film at Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema. Experience the history through stunning archive images on 9 screens. Check the website for opening days and times.
Duration:
19 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema - Perched atop the cliffs of Arromanches-Les-Bains, the Arromanches 360° Circular cinema presides over the remains of one of the two Mulberry artificial harbors constructed by the Allies. This entry pass allows you to experience the Battle of Normandy anew with rare footage compiled from archives across several nations, including Canada, the USA, Germany, Britain, and France, in the 19-minute feature ‘Normandy’s 100 Days’. Engage in the narrative through the Circular Cinema’s nine screens and High Definition visuals for a fully enveloping encounter.
Designed by the Caen Mémorial Museum upon the Normandy Region’s request, ‘Normandy’s 100 Days’ is the collaborative effort of the creators behind the ‘Apocalypse, the Second World War’ TV documentary series. It serves as an homage to the soldiers from all countries who sacrificed their lives and to the 20,000 civilians who perished during the battle to liberate Western Europe, an event that sparked immense hope.
What's Included
- Admission to Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Parking fee (3
Additional Information
We strongly suggest you visit https://normandy.memorial-caen.com/ to get the latest updates on opening hours and days. Given the Covid situation, all sites must modify their schedules based on government instructions. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Explore ‘Normandy’s 100 Days’, a captivating 19-minute documentary that discusses the Battle of Normandy by utilizing historical footage collected globally. Witness this impeccable storytelling in High Definition across 9 screens at Arromanches 360°, the exclusive circular cinema of France.
- Wheelchair accessible.
- The reduced rate is available for Children aged 10 up to 18 ; Over 65s ; Military Service personnel
- Free for Children aged 0-9 and War Veterans
- A valid form of ID is required for the reduced rate.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The film is shown on the hour and at half past every hour and lasts 19 minutes.
Location
Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema
Chemin du Calvaire,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Val77papyrus
May 20, 2024
Rich in objects on the Second World War with films and audio guides for in-depth explanations - Visit to the Caen Memorial Museum with entry to the temporary exhibition at the dawn of the American century from 1933 to 1844
Interesting subject until January. 2025 beautiful objects collected to understand the history of this new world country
Allow one day to do the complete visit of both with a lunch break
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Laurie3777
May 10, 2024
Beautiful immersion in the past, almost 80 years ago. - We started with the 360° in Arromanches then the Caen memorial.
Magnificent immersions in the history of the Second World War and particularly the landings.
A great review of the school program before the college certificate!
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Michelle_h
Nov 2, 2023
Highlight of the Trip - This was one of the highlights of my trip. I added it last-minute, not knowing how incredible it would be. The park around it had one of my favorite monuments and the view of the remnants of the harbor were worth the visit all on its own. But the cinema itself is almost indescribable. I wanted to go back to watch the film over and over - I’ve done a lot of reading of the history and seen a lot of footage but this felt almost immersive. I would highly recommend to anyone going to the area.
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Chris
Sep 28, 2023
Futility of war cf modern world at present time - Must be my 10th plus visit over the years. New film this year with very different & interesting ending. (No spoilers)
Be aware if you are taking younger folks in there sre scenes that may upset. As well as very loud munition explosions.
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Scott_c
Sep 22, 2023
Heartbreaking, uplifting, spiritual - As a United States Marine, this hollowed ground is on the bucket list of to do's if you can.
The Sacrifice and Valor of all that are interred here is a testament and validation of the effort to make the world a safer, more inclusive , and totalitarian free world.
Regards
SEMPER-FI
SGT Scott F. Carmen
U.S.M.C
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Julie
Sep 12, 2023
Great intro to d-day - Really great intro to the d-day landings.
Plenty of subtitles for most speakers.
Could go many times and see different and more bits as the screens are all around showing different stories.
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796brigitteh
Mar 14, 2024
Do not forget - Superb and very informative panoramic cinema, the staff is very professional
more city tour Arromanches
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Seethew0rld62
Sep 12, 2023
Great introduction to the Battle of Normandy - This was the first thing we did on our tour of Normandy beaches and we really enjoyed it. It was a good introduction and I think did a nice job of not glorifying war. War is a last resort and nasty business for everyone, including the victors.
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Julieng819
Apr 28, 2024
Quite interesting but not essential - Average for a family visit with a child aged 10 and 13.
Not necessarily a must for us.
Lots of groups in large numbers, even first thing in the morning.
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Joanna2076
Apr 11, 2024
A good start - Reasonably priced and regular showings of the film. We loved the little museum before the cinema - it went through the D-Day landings and liberation of Normandy in a chronological way - so very helpful for the beginning of our visit. The film itself was very clever - showed lots of images and made you feel part of it. I just wish there had been a bit more dialogue to go with it - more veterans speaking about there experiences would have made it even more meaningful.
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