Germany's Atlantic Wall
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU WILL VISIT
Coastal Bunkers at Soulac
The charming seaside town of Soulac boasts some of the most beautiful beaches on the Atlantic coast. But over 80 years ago, it was the site of one of the Nazis most impassable defense systems. Anticipating an Allied invasion from the sea, Hitler ordered the building of bunkers that stretched over 4,500 kilometers (2,796 miles) from the coast of Norway to the Spanish Basque Country. Once part of the Atlantic Wall, many bunkers have fallen into the ocean or have been demolished over the decades. But in Soulac, a small and dedicated group has worked to restore these unique reminders of the horrors of WWII. Upon arrival at a quiet stretch of beach, a representative of the group will lead you on a tour inside some of the bunkers and describe how they were built, their function and how they're being brought back to life.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
The views from the beach are breathtaking. From here you can see Soulac, the Verdon River and a series of sand dunes.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
The approximate 15-minute drive travels through the scenic countryside and north of the town of Soulac.
Schedule
Special Notes
his tour involves walking on uneven grounds, gravel and sand pathways, sand dunes, inclined surfaces and steps in unilluminated conditions.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU WILL VISIT
Coastal Bunkers at Soulac
The charming seaside town of Soulac boasts some of the most beautiful beaches on the Atlantic coast. But over 80 years ago, it was the site of one of the Nazis most impassable defense systems. Anticipating an Allied invasion from the sea, Hitler ordered the building of bunkers that stretched over 4,500 kilometers (2,796 miles) from the coast of Norway to the Spanish Basque Country. Once part of the Atlantic Wall, many bunkers have fallen into the ocean or have been demolished over the decades. But in Soulac, a small and dedicated group has worked to restore these unique reminders of the horrors of WWII. Upon arrival at a quiet stretch of beach, a representative of the group will lead you on a tour inside some of the bunkers and describe how they were built, their function and how they're being brought back to life.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
The views from the beach are breathtaking. From here you can see Soulac, the Verdon River and a series of sand dunes.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
The approximate 15-minute drive travels through the scenic countryside and north of the town of Soulac.
Schedule
Special Notes
his tour involves walking on uneven grounds, gravel and sand pathways, sand dunes, inclined surfaces and steps in unilluminated conditions.