Utah Beach

Utah Beach: history and serenity on the English Channel coast

Located on the west coast of the Cotentin peninsula, Utah Beach is one of the five D-Day beaches of June 6, 1944, and the westernmost of the Allied landing beaches. It was here, on the dunes of Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, that American troops landed at dawn, paving the way for the liberation of occupied France.

Today, Utah Beach is a place of respect and tranquility. Its immense beach, lined with natural dunes, invites contemplation. The D-Day Museum on the seafront recounts the preparations and logistical prowess of D-Day, while the remains of German fortifications and memorials recall the courage of soldiers who came from afar.

Both a place of remembrance and a place of relaxation, Utah Beach offers a unique setting in which to reflect, understand history or simply appreciate the rugged beauty of the Normandy coastline. Between the sea, unspoilt landscapes and a vibrant history, Utah Beach is a must-see for those with a passion for history, nature and wide open spaces.