Jersey War Tunnels - German Underground Hospital
Les Charrières Malorey, St Lawrence, Jersey, JE3 1FU, Channel Islands.
Rating: 4.7 ★ (3520 ratings)
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The Jersey War Tunnels, also known as Hohlgangsanlage 8 (Ho8), are a significant historical site in St. Lawrence, Jersey. Originally built by German occupying forces during World War II using forced labour, this vast underground complex of over 1,000 meters of tunnels was intended as a barracks and ammunition store to withstand Allied air raids and bombardment. In 1943, as D-Day approached, the complex was partially converted into an emergency hospital.
Today, the Jersey War Tunnels serve as a museum that tells the compelling story of the German Occupation of Jersey and the experiences of the islanders. The exhibits within the tunnels offer a poignant insight into daily life, the challenges faced, and the acts of resistance during those five years. Visitors can explore the tunnel complex, which houses the "Captive Island" exhibition, the Garden of Reflection, a visitor centre, a café, and a gift shop. The site aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of this period of Jersey's history and is considered a well-preserved example of WWII German engineering in Europe.
Location
Opening Hours
Open 7 days a week from 10:00hrs to 17:00 hrs until November 30th 2025. Last admission at 15:30. Quieter times are generally between 14:00-17:00.
Contact
Phone: +44 (0) 1534 860808, Email: [email protected].
Comments
A good cafe in the reception area. We visited in the afternoon so not as busy as the tour buses tend to stop in the morning.
So much to learn and you walk away feeling very humbled
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