Mémoire d'Albâtre, Parcours Juin 1940 « Tenir coûte que coûte »

From June 10 to 12, 1940, fighting for freedom took place in the Saint-Valery-en-Caux area. French and British Allied forces had been engaged since early May in the Battle of France, against a conquering German army.
In the Pays de Caux, the French 9th Army Corps, with the 51st Highland Division attached, attempted to organize an evacuation by sea. A few thousand men managed to escape the German maneuver, while tens of thousands more were captured or killed.

Remembrance trail “June 1940” n°1: Rommel’s breakthrough
St Valery en Caux > Veulettes sur mer

This route illustrates the units involved in the western part of the Allied defences around Saint-Valery-en-Caux, as well as General Rommel?s strategy for breaking through. It highlights the singular role played by this tragic episode in the history of the war.
Finally, this trail invites you to honor the memory of the soldiers and civilians affected by these events.


On foot: 1 day
By bike: ½ day
By car : 3h


June 1940″ Remembrance Trail no. 2: Hold on at all costs
St Pierre le Viger > Sotteville sur mer

This route presents the units involved in the eastern part of the Allied defense system, around Saint Valery-en-Caux, and the fierce Allied opposition that exemplified resistance in the face of adversity. Tragic and glorious destinies are also presented.

On foot: 1 day
By bike: ½ day
By car: 3h