Lion sur Mer Normandy

Sign to the town

When we visited Lion sur Mer the town was getting ready for the D Day 65 years celebration. The town beach was part of Sword beach WWll Normandy landing. It is now a small tourist resort with a nice beach the usual shops and cafes.

The sea front

We had a pleasant walk down the sea front

House in the town

The town is home to the Lion sur Mer Museum, which tells the story of the landings of D-Day in 1944. Here, visitors can explore the history of the battle, as well as the impact it had on the town and its people.

The town also has a number of beautiful beaches, such as Lion sur Mer Beach. Here, visitors can enjoy swimming and sunbathing in the summer months, and the beach is a great place for a leisurely stroll.

For those seeking a more active holiday, the town is surrounded by stunning countryside, making it perfect for cycling, walking, and horse riding. It is also home to a number of water sports such as sailing, windsurfing, and kite-surfing.

Nearby, visitors can visit the historic town of Arromanches-les-Bains, which was the site of the artificial Mulberry Harbour during the D-Day landings. Here, visitors can explore the ruins of the harbour, as well as the remains of the Mulberry Harbour Museum.

The nearby town of Port en Bessin is also worth a visit. Here, visitors can explore the old fishing port and the nearby beaches, as well as the numerous restaurants and bars in the area.

Lion sur Mer is also a great base from which to explore the rest of Normandy. From here, visitors can visit the historic town of Bayeux, the pretty village of Honfleur, or the picturesque seaside towns of Deauville and Trouville.

A track down to the famous Sword beach

A tank being prepared for the D Day celebrations

Lion sur Mer

The town during the D Day landings

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