Batterie Mirus Gun Emplacement Guided Tour

Highlights

• Explore the largest gun emplacements in the Channel Islands at Batterie Mirus
• Learn the fortification’s history from an accredited guide
• Discover a network of secret corridors and rooms from World War II
• View exclusive photographic collections of the site
• Hear how the massive guns were transported to the island

Description

This guided tour takes you to Batterie Mirus, a key World War II gun emplacement on Guernsey. Suitable for history enthusiasts, it offers private access to the largest wartime artillery site in the Channel Islands.

Explore a labyrinth of secret corridors and rooms used during the war and see rare photographs from a private collection documenting the site’s history. Your tour is led by an accredited guide accompanied by a World War II expert, both volunteers dedicated to maintaining and restoring the fortification.

The tour begins and ends at La Houguette School car park, with a five-minute walk to the gun emplacement. Please note this tour is not suitable for those with mobility issues.

Includes

• Approximately 1.75 to 2 hours guided tour
• Exclusive access to a World War II gun emplacement on private land
• Viewing of World War II photographs from a private collection
• Presence of a World War II expert throughout the tour

Important Information

• The tour is led by a local accredited guide and World War II expert
• The site is maintained by Festung Guernsey volunteers
• No toilet facilities are available during the tour

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For your visit, wear comfortable shoes suitable for uneven ground and check the weather forecast. Morning tours often provide quieter conditions for exploration.