This is an impressive location which shows the violence of a shore bombardment. The USS Texas shelled the shore with 880 kg grenades at this fortified position to soften the defences. You can still see the craters created by this ship (and others) and be amazed by the destruction delivered to the surroundings. The bunkers did survive mostly but the unfinished locations were devastated. Also seeing the cliffs makes you even more aware of the bravery of the men who scaled them.

The American Government has completely failed to keep up the grounds. 97% of the site is now fenced off. And worst of all, the bushes and tall grass have over-grown everything. There is very little to see, and what you can visit, is so over-crowded that you aren't able to get a clear view. Where you could once see and visit a battle site, now it's been overwhelmed and hidden by wild growth. Only a few years ago, they did a great job, but things have changed. It's not what it used to be. Either they should clean it up, or turn it over someone who will.

Very easy to access, extremely well maintained. Only thing to keep in mind is that as of July 2021, the Ranger monument itself is not directly accessible. It was constructed atop one the fortifications, which itself has started to become unstable. You'll see in my photos that at best, you can get about 3 meters away. Still, very much worth the visit.

Well worth the visit. Free parking, free entry. Nice walk around the area, many destroyed emplacements, many bomb craters, a few intact emplacements, and awesome views of the area. Highly recommended. The info signs do a great job describing the events that took place here, as well as remembering those who gave their lives.

Pointe Du Hoc is an eerie but rewarding experience. Though so peaceful now, it's crazy to imagine the destruction and devastation that happened here on D Day with battleships lining the ocean view and shells pounding the lands. It's fun to spend a few hours here, though know that the main bunker is off limits, some said because of Covid but some also said that the structures are failing and that they're closed off for safety reasons. Regardless, you can still poke your head inside a few and walk on some (see pictures). The fields surrounding the bunkers are also riddled with craters from Allied bombings, neat to see but it certainly adds to the eerie feeling.

It is one of the most moving WWII sites to see because many bomb craters are still visible, and a few German bunker remnants can be seen, one of which is still intact and you can go inside. The location near cliffs and the sea provides stunning views. Not overly commercialized. Simple visitor center. It's a bit hard to find, though GPS gets you close, and you will eventually see signs for it. A short 15-minute walk to the modern Ranger sculpture monument.

This tour was very quiet with my family. We took in all the history and views with some sorrow. Seeing the craters left from the past really allows perspective for the entire tour. I recommend walking as much as you can and seeing all the bunkers possible. We ended the walk with a short stop in the free museum near the bathrooms. Inside was a short film showing some survivor interviews from soldiers on the ground many years ago. Highly recommended

If you're an American, seeing Omaha, stop here. Best examples of the bunkers and bombs. If you don't have a guide, get the story before you go...

Great place to visit if you're into WWII history. Lots of old German fortifications, shell craters, informative plaques etc.

Quite large area of bomb craters and destroyed bunkers (casements). Can go in some of them. Can see why it was a primary objective of the D-day operation for the allies to disable the guns. Nice tracks to walk around and good information boards with interesting facts and stories.

A fascinating pointe to visit, to see the remains of the battery. That helps to picture what it looked like at the time. Quite sombering to read what the lads went through.

A lot has changed in recent years. There is practically no access to the bunkers anymore and the area, which used to be freely accessible, is strongly restricted by fences. I must say that in the past it was much better for visitors to endure and experience the experience of the US soldiers was much better and aroused awe and respect among visitors. A visit is certainly worth it but you should rethink the concept a little bit.

The story of what happened in this place was inspiring. Seeing the craters in the ground from the bombardment and the divots in the walls from the bullets is a reminder that it wasn’t just a story- it happened in real life. More holy ground….

Nowadays, only fenced walking lanes. No wandering around possible. All bunkers are closed except one. Walking routes along the cliffs are closed. Yes, it is a historic ww2 area, but it is slightly overrated. There are many more areas with interesting stories but unknown.

My 17yr old son and I are huge history buffs, especially WW2. This was a stop on our all-day tour from Paris over the thanksgiving holiday 2023. We loved it.

Nice walk. Very well organized. Plenty of parking

Impressive setting showing the backdrop of the landing. At the same time, the tour left us underwhelmed. The signs are faded and difficult to read (and did not have a lot of info anyway) and most bunkers were closed off for unclear reasons.

Great historic spot with nice views

Very interesting site to visit. The museum is well done, outside there are several plaques with information about the soldiers who fought for the pointe. The most interesting part was the multiple bunkers that are still in tact that you go walk through. You can also see craters made by allied bombing that has since grown over with grass. The fierce battles that took place here are evident, yet life moves on. It’s melancholy and important to remember what very brave men did. We had a stroller with us, which is possible but a little difficult. It’s a big walk for anyone with mobility issues.

The weather was 🌧️, but the view was beautiful.

This is a must visit site. It is an exposed site with plenty of remnants of the WWII assault, with information boards providing a comprehensive overview of the site.

Fences are now everywhere. You can not go anywhere anymore. You can't even go anymore to the ranger memorial. Fences, fences, fences... They have messed up this great place...

Came here with my family on a tour of the coast. Really amazing to see something in person that you’ve only read about in history books. It’s hard to imagine what it must’ve been like for those on both sides with all hell raining down. As a graduate of Texas A&M who learned of “Rudder’s Rangers” while in school there, it was especially interesting to see the actually site where James Earl Rudder made history. Highly recommended.

The history is really interesting, you can see the big effects of the bombs in the terrain and the bunkers. The sea views are amazing.

A must see on any visit to Normandy. Breathtaking, inspiring and terrifying all at the same time.

Outcrop that took one hell of a battering!

Several parking spots for many visitors, easy paths to walk to the site. Amazing seeing all the holes where Bombs were dropped. Very humbled to stand there knowing what the French people endured during the German occupation and the perseverance of the allied troops to take the location.

I honestly didn’t know much about the story of Pointe Du Hoc before coming here, but this is an amazing story of strength, courage and fortitude. A team of Army Rangers snuck up to these cliffs in the early hours of D-Day, scaled the 90-ft climb under fire and took the batteries here. The success of this mission prevented these guns from bombarding soldiers at both Omaha and Utah beaches during the D-day invasions.

The scares of the battle are still clearly visible for all to see. Craters and shrapnel scars on the bunkers. How any Ranger made it up those cliffs is amazing.

An amazing historical location..One cannot help but feel what it was like on D-Day...the Crater/ bomb shell holes, still existing..the mangled concrete of the re-enforced bunkers. The perspective of both forces.

Great bit of history here where there are also some fantastic views! Our family enjoyed walking around and taking in the history and enjoying the beautiful scenery of the beach and ocean down below.

Took a normandy tour which included pointe du hoc. If you are interested in the d-day landings this is where the US rangers climbed the cliffs to take the German defences. Its a fascinating place, the landscape is pock marked with craters from the heavy bombardments that proceed the landings. There are remains of bunkers everywhere, and 2 good viewpoints along the Post. One criticism , one of the bunkers has no lights and I tripped and grazed my arm. There is a visitors centre with toilets here. We'll worth the trip...literally

Very moving place. All those young lives lost. Couldn't get over the size of the shell and bomb craters nearly 80 years on. Can't imagine the terror for all

Point-du-hoc On D-day, 6 June 1944, the 2nd US Ranger Battalion climbed the cliffs of Point-du-hoc, to take the German artillery positions. 2 years ago they put fences and wires so you can only walk a designated path, which takes a bit the fun out of the visit - the kids loved to run through the huge craters. Been here a dozen times, but it's such an impressive site, we keep going back.

If you're around YOU MUST GO. The most impressive views i have had as a ww2 enthusiast .