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Channel Islands Occupation Society (Jersey) Limited
The Channel Islands Occupation Society (Jersey) Limited manages multiple fortification sites across Jersey, Channel Islands. Specific addresses vary by site. Key sites include Strongpoint Corbière, Battery Moltke (Les Landes Common), and Battery Lothringen (Noirmont Point).
Rating: 4.6 ★ (134 ratings)
Details
The Channel Islands Occupation Society (CIOS) is a voluntary organisation dedicated to preserving and recording all aspects of the German Occupation of the Channel Islands during the Second World War. Founded in Jersey in 1971, this registered charity manages and restores numerous German fortifications, making them accessible to the public at designated times.
The CIOS boasts an impressive collection of well-preserved fortifications that were part of Hitler's "Atlantikwall". These sites, restored and maintained by volunteers, offer insights into the lives of soldiers, forced labourers, and civilians during the Occupation, as well as the Allied efforts towards liberation. The society also maintains an extensive archive with Jersey Heritage and welcomes new members to support its preservation and educational activities.
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Opening Hours
Most sites are open on weekends in the summer months; guided tours are available year-round. Check website for specific site opening days and times.
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Comments
On close inspection, the array of bunkers, observation towers and gunpits are impressive in their construction and their field of vision over the ocean.
The bunker wasn't open the day we walked along this coastline but that did not detract from the experience.
If you have an interest in military history and/or the occupation of Jersey by the Germans in World War Two, I strongly recommend that you visit here.
This location is the first heavy artillery position, in range to interdict naval traffic and fire support for rest of coast to the North and Atlantic Wall beach approaches to the South East.
Warning - German fortifications can be hazardous! ⚠️
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Very intriguing set up.