2. Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno and Sword beaches This map from UPI shows the 50-mile stretch of the Normandy coastline that was ...

But if you only visit for the day, you'll miss out on Normandy's picturesque towns. Consider renting a car and exploring this rugged coastline town by town. Ideally located on the Seine ...

Follow the Allies as they land on the Normandy coast on 6 June 1944, that will forever be known as D-Day, and then track their hard fought campaign to liberate Paris.

World War II's successful Operation Overlord took place on the coast of France ... groups commemorating the anniversary. Thanks to Normandy's unpredictable weather, you'll want to dress in ...