On the Rochers de la Montjoie, above Mortain-Bocage, the trail at Hill 314 sheds light on a decisive episode of the Battle of Normandy. From 6 to 12 August 1944, American troops held this high ground during the German counterattack at Mortain.
Following the Lost Battalion
A route from the small Chapelle Saint-Michel leads to a memorial area and the rocks where soldiers of the 2nd Battalion, 120th US Infantry Regiment defended their positions. Information panels explain the military events and the site's strategically important terrain.
Remembrance in the landscape
The viewpoints help visitors understand the ground the soldiers had to watch and defend. The experience therefore combines a historical visit with a walk on a rocky ridge.
What to know before visiting
The tourist office advertises free access in 2026. Some sections of the paths are slightly challenging: wear suitable shoes and stay on the marked routes.
