We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
All 3 Ranville Attractions »

Pegasus Memorial (Memorial Pegasus)

Avenue du Major Howard | Ranville, 14 860 Ranville, France
02 31 78 19 44
Ranked #1 of 3 attractions in Ranville
4.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Type: Monuments/ Statues, History Museums, Historic Sites
Description: A memorial to the first British soldiers to arrive in Normandy who captured the Pegasus Bridge from the Nazis.
Update attraction details
Write a Review

27 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    18
    9
    0
    0
    0
Date Rating
Utrecht
Senior Contributor
43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The museum is not very large, but gives you just the right information. Nice to visit when the weather is ok (no rain).

Was this review helpful? Yes
Southampton, Royaume-Uni
Contributor
18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I personnally didn't know the story of the Pegasus Bridge and the operation that leaded to the D-Day landing. It is not a big museum and you can go through quite quickly if you don,t stop to read everything, but if you do pay attention to all the info offered, you'll find incredible details of the operation. A guide also... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Lee-on-the-Solent, United Kingdom
Contributor
19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Helpful staff and very interesting original letters which I especially like.

Was this review helpful? Yes
the world!
Contributor
16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

I thought it was a bit insignifcant for a memorial after going to omaha beach -really felt quite disappointed!

Was this review helpful? Yes
Percy, France
Senior Contributor
39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Recommended to us by a veteran - well done and worth a visit.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Ansbach, Bayern
Top Contributor
222 reviews 222 reviews
Reviews in 108 cities Reviews in 108 cities
200 helpful votes 200 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

But an American such as myself found it equally awesome. There's a short film, a great display of information and visual aids inside the small museum, and then it opens up outside where the Pegasus Bridge is. It's worth every penny. My young kids were free too.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Saint Paul, Minnesota
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011

We were fortunate enough to have Mr. Mark Worthington, curator of the Pegasus Memorial, as our guide for one full day. As an amateur historian of WWII, I felt I had more than a passing knowledge of D-Day and the war in Normandy. My education soared with a day with Mark, capped by several hours at the Memorial Pegasus. Don't... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Belfast
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011 via mobile

Don't miss this by just going to the bridge and cafe. We met a few people who told us Pegasus Bridge wasn't a very good visit. When they described their trip it was obvious they had just been into the small displays in the two cafes. The museum proper (named the Pegasus Memorial) is across the bridge then turn left.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2011

A fantastic and informative museum, well laid out and with easy access. Very memorable and impressive.

Was this review helpful? Yes
West Sussex, England
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011

We didn't visit the new museum itself - there are only so many museums you can handle in a 3 day trip along the D Day Beaches! - but it looked good from a distance, particularly the Horsa glider parked outside. The memorial garden itself is very moving - there is a small monument on the spot where each glider... More

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers who viewed Pegasus Memorial (Memorial Pegasus) also viewed

Falaise d\
5 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
Etretat, Seine-Maritime
Memorial of Caen
4.5 of 5 stars 120 Reviews
Caen, Calvados
 

Been to Pegasus Memorial (Memorial Pegasus)? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Pegasus Memorial (Memorial Pegasus), register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family holidays start here.

Get the #1 travel app FREE>>
Take TripAdvisor with you

Find 50 million reviews & opinions of hotels, things to do, restaurants and more

GET IT
Named "#1 Travel App" by Frommer's