The region’s largest
command post
Like an iceberg, the part of the bunker visible above ground represents only 10% of its total surface area. Almost entirely buried, the command post of the Graf Spee battery is one of the most important bunkers in the region.Like an iceberg, the part of the bunker visible above ground represents only 10% of its total surface area. Almost entirely buried, the command post of the Graf Spee battery is one of the most important bunkers in the region.
Behind the scenes of soldiers’ lives
Spread over 5 floors and 500 m² of exhibition space, the one-way visit begins beneath reception, in the quarters of the 25 coastal artillery soldiers defending the position. In these faithfully restored rooms, discover everyday life on the Atlantic Wall through remarkably realistic reconstructions enhanced by sound effects: soldiers’ dormitories, the officer’s room, fans filtering combat gases, bathroom…Spread over 5 floors and 500 m² of exhibition space, the one-way visit begins beneath reception, in the quarters of the 25 coastal artillery soldiers defending the position. In these faithfully restored rooms, discover everyday life on the Atlantic Wall through remarkably realistic reconstructions enhanced by sound effects: soldiers’ dormitories, the officer’s room, gas-filtering ventilation fans, bathroom…
Step into
Brittany at war
The following floors plunge you into the dark atmosphere of the war years in Brittany: Blitzkrieg, stalags, occupation, Free France, collaboration, resistance, the battles for Brest, Liberation, … Through the many anecdotes and thousands of objects, documents and photographs, it is an emotional encounter with those who lived through this war here.The following floors plunge you into the dark atmosphere of the war years in Brittany: Blitzkrieg, stalags, occupation, Free France, collaboration, resistance, the battles for Brest, Liberation, … Through the many anecdotes and thousands of objects, documents and photographs, it is a moving encounter with those who lived through this war here.
An immersive experience
at the heart of the bombings
Don’t miss the museum’s immersive experience! Take refuge in Mimi Raguénès’ cellar in Recouvrance in 1943, and relive the frightening atmosphere of the bombings of Brest…
Personal accounts, objects
and interactive exhibits
An interactive museum for all generations: throughout the visit, discover the history of the region through audio and written testimonies and digital content. During the visit, the reconstruction of a civil-defence air-raid shelter will allow you to experience the anxiety of an air raid on Brest during the occupation. An interactive museum for all generations: throughout the visit, discover the history of the region through audio and written testimonies and digital content. During the visit, the reconstruction of a civil-defence air-raid shelter will allow you to experience the anxiety of an air raid on Brest during the occupation.
An exceptional panorama
over the Iroise Sea
Back into the light at the observation cupolas and panoramic viewpoint, offering an exceptional view over the Iroise Sea, the entrance to Brest harbour, and the islands of Ouessant and Molène.Back into the light at the observation cupolas and panoramic viewpoint, offering an exceptional view over the Iroise Sea, the entrance to Brest harbour, and the islands of Ouessant and Molène.
Continue your visit
outside
Outside the bunker, an exhibition area allows you to walk among larger pieces of equipment: tank, cannon, sea mines…Outside the bunker, an exhibition area allows you to walk among larger pieces of equipment: tank, cannon, sea mines…
Before returning to reception and the shop, the visit ends with an outdoor route: explore the network of trenches serving the machine-gun positions and the fully equipped anti-aircraft post!