ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE
Discover Canada’s Path on D-Day
Explore the story of the 3rd Canadian Division as they landed on Juno Beach and pushed inland under fierce resistance.
From the first breakthrough at Graye-sur-Mer to the tragic events at Authie and the solemn silence of Bény-sur-Mer Cemetery, this full-day tour immerses you in the courage, sacrifice, and determination that shaped Canada’s vital role in the liberation of Normandy.
Led by expert guides, you will uncover powerful stories that honor the men who fought here in 1944.
Full-Day Tour
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Experience all major Canadian D-Day sites in one complete and meaningful journey.
Ride in a WWII Dodge
Learn the history of the Canadian forces through authentic stories, frontline accounts, and detailed explanations at every stop.
Echoes of D-Day
Relive the Journey Through Images
(Français) La maison des canadiens en fond
6th Canadian Armoured Regiment
Bernieres-sur-Mer
The Queen's Own Rifles memorial
Churchill AVRE Tank One Charlie
The Journey
Follow the Path of Canadian forces on D-Day
Juno Beach Centre
The Juno Beach Centre is one of the few museums dedicated to the Canadian forces in Normandy. It provides an overview of Canada’s history before and during the Second World War. The museum serves as an introduction to the events leading up to WWII and the invasion of Normandy.
- Duration ≈ 45 min
- Address Graye-sur-Mer
Tank One Charlie
Tank One Charlie was a Churchill AVRE tank that landed on Juno Beach on D-Day, June 6, 1944, but was knocked out shortly after moving inland. Today, the restored tank stands at Graye-sur-Mer as a memorial to its crew and to the Canadian soldiers who fought on Juno Beach.
- Duration ≈ 25 min
- Address Courseulles-sur-Mer, France
Amphibious tank on D-Day
Was a heavily defended spot facing the front shore of the village of Courseulles sur mer. Here the troops from the Regina Rifle landed on DDAY. You will see one of the last Amphibious tanks visible today that sunk on June 6, 1944.
- Duration ≈ 20 min
- Address Courseulles-sur-Mer, France
Canadian House
This is the most famous area of Juno Beach: The Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada landed in front of this village and it’s where you will find the iconic « Canadian House ». The infantry faced a 2-meter sea wall which is still visible today. You will also learn about the French Canadians of the Regiment la Chaudière.
- Duration ≈ 45 min
- Address Bernières-sur-Mer
Bény-sur-Mer Cemetery
Over 2,000 Canadian soldiers mostly from the 3rd Canadian Division are buried here including brothers. Learn the tragic destiny of some of these men in their final resting place of Beny-sur-Mer.
- Duration ≈ 45 min
- Address Bény-sur-Mer Cemetery
Moving forward
The 14th Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery landed at Bernières‑sur‑Mer on D-Day, June 6, 1944, providing crucial fire support for Canadian infantry. The unit was tragically ambushed while moving inland. The memorial at Bernières‑sur‑Mer honors the regiment’s bravery and the soldiers who were killed or wounded that day. It stands as a lasting tribute to their sacrifice and their role in the liberation of Normandy.
- Duration ≈ 20 min
- Address Bernières-sur-Mer
Authie
Follow the path of the North Nova Scotia Highlanders as they made their way to the French village of Authie. They were brutally stopped by an infamous 12th SS Division counterattack.
- Duration ≈ 30 min
- Address Authie
Abbaye d’Ardenne
Kurt Meier Headquarters from where he led the attack on Authie. A garden of remembrance was created where the remains of Canadians POW’s were found executed by the SS troops.
- Duration ≈ 45 min
- Address D974, south of Carentan-les-Marais, 50500
California
An unforgettable experience! Walking the same fields as the men of Easy Company gave me chills.
Our guide brought each story to life with passion and respect
California
An unforgettable experience! Walking the same fields as the men of Easy Company gave me chills.
Our guide brought each story to life with passion and respect