
From War to Peace in Maisy
Maisy • One-Day City Plan
This half-day itinerary takes you from a hidden WWII German artillery position to an international peace memorial. Begin at the Maisy Battery, a vast complex of trenches and bunkers buried for 60 years until its discovery in 2004. Explore over 3 km of original fortifications, then conclude at the World Peace Statue, a striking 10-meter sculpture unveiled for the 60th anniversary of D-Day. The route is available from April to September when the battery is open. Bring a flashlight and sturdy shoes for the battery tunnels.
Overview
Planning a day in Maisy? This step-by-step itinerary covers the best of Maisy in one day — 2 attractions with exact walking times between each stop, entrance fees per person, and transport alternatives.
Plan around 2h 11min to visit 2 attractions along the way. Budget roughly €61: about €8 on entrance tickets, around €2 for public transit, and roughly €51 for 3 meals. You can adjust these numbers and see a full breakdown below.
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Maisy Battery
The Maisy Battery is a vast German WWII artillery complex located between Omaha and Utah beaches, rediscovered in 2004 after being buried for 60 years. Built in secret using forced labor from Eastern…
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World Peace Statue (Statue for Peace)
A 10-meter stainless steel sculpture by Chinese artist Yao Yuan, donated by the Chinese Peace Foundation and unveiled on June 3, 2004, for the 60th anniversary of D-Day. The statue depicts a young wom…
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