Wn 26 strongpoint – Langrune-sur-Mer – Atlantic wall in Normandy

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German strongpoints in Normandy: Wn 26

Atlantic wall

The Wn 26 strongpoint is located in Langrune-sur-Mer. It defends access to the beach and relies on the villas on the seafront, some of which have been fortified.

Composition of the Wn 26 strongpoint:

  • 1 canon de 5 cm KwK L/60
  • 1 mortier 8,14 cm Gr.W. 278 (f)