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Musée de La Percée du Bocage
9, rue du 19 Mars 1962
Saint-Martin-des-Besaces
14350 Souleuvre-en-Bocage
Please note: Number 9 corresponds to the new address adopted in 2025, following the creation of the new municipality of Souleuvre-en-Bocage in 2016. Some map or navigation sites may still display the old Number 5; in that case, Number 9 is located right next to the Renault garage.
To make sure you arrive at the correct location, please use our GPS coordinates:
49.011276956376406, -0.8499941552297583
Opening Dates
The Percée du Bocage Museum welcomes visitors every weekend and public holiday from April to September, and every day (except non-holiday Mondays) in July and August. Exact dates are shown on the homepage. Private tours can be arranged on request outside the regular opening period.
Opening Hours
Unless otherwise indicated for special events, the museum is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ticket sales close at 4:15 p.m. to allow for the 45‑minute audioguided tour.
Admission
- Adults: €6
- Children (6–18 years): €2 — free for under 6s
- School groups: Free (booking required)
- Groups: €4 per person — free for drivers and group leaders
Payment Methods
Cash, checks, and credit cards are accepted.
Your Visit
Follow the story of the battle step‑by‑step through an immersive sound‑and‑light experience. The tour is available in French or English and lasts around 45 minutes. If a session is already in progress, visitors are kindly asked to wait until the previous tour ends. Our team is working to improve visitor flow and comfort. While you wait, your host will be happy to share background information about the battle at the museum’s entrance. You can also browse the museum shop, which offers a wide range of books and souvenirs.
Group Visits
Our museum’s intimate size means we can’t accommodate full coach groups. To ensure everyone’s comfort, groups are limited to 15 people at a time. Larger groups can be divided: while one visits the museum, others can explore nearby memorials with a guide (subject to availability and transport). Please contact us in advance so we can help organize your group visit under the best possible conditions.
Nearby Services
A free car park is available on site, with additional parking close by. A picnic table is also provided. The village of Saint‑Martin‑des‑Besaces is just a 5‑minute walk from the museum, offering a small supermarket, a bar‑tabac, two butchers, a bakery, and a florist — all open on Sunday mornings. For refueling, a 24‑hour service station is located less than 100 meters from the museum.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit without the audioguide?
Yes, but it’s not recommended. The soundtrack is synchronized with lighting effects and tells the story of the battle — without it, the experience loses its meaning.
Are there places to eat nearby?
There’s no restaurant in Saint‑Martin‑des‑Besaces itself, but in high season the “Sous les étoiles” campsite (less than 500 m away) offers meals. There are also two pizza vending machines nearby and a food truck every Tuesday in front of the museum.
Are dogs allowed?
Not usually, especially when other visitors are present. However, well‑behaved, leashed dogs are welcome if you are the only visitors. Owners remain responsible for their pet’s behavior.
Can I take photos?
Photos are allowed, though lighting conditions are quite low. Flash photography is not permitted so as not to disturb other visitors.
Is the museum accessible to visitors with reduced mobility?
Yes. The building is fully on one level, with no steps or stairs, and includes wheelchair‑accessible toilets.
I’m a motorcyclist — can I store my helmet and belongings?
Yes. You can leave your personal items safely at the museum reception, free of charge.
