Museum of the Surrender of 7 May 1945 in Reims
A must-see visit during your stay in Reims for history enthusiasts
Our hotel in Reims, Hotel au Tambour, is located only 1 km from the Surrender Museum. You can reach it on foot, it takes about 13 minutes on foot or by car in less than 5 minutes.
In a listed historical building, the Museum of the Surrender in Reims is dedicated to the memories of the Second World War. The museum is housed in the building where Eisenhower's headquarters and the operations room of the allied forces during the Second World War were located.
More importantly, it was in this building that German General Jodl announced the capitulation of Nazi Germany on 7 May 1945, thus ending the war. The news was then simultaneously announced in the Allied capitals on 8 May 1945.
The building has been preserved in its original state, giving you a vivid impression of historical events. The exhibitions show the role of the city of Reims at the end of this major war.
From the Occupation to the Liberation, the history of the war is told through objects, documents, souvenirs and models. You will also find interesting information about the French Resistance.
Opening hours:
Museum of the Surrender of 7 May 1945
12 President Franklin Roosevelt Street
51100 Reims
Our hotel in Reims, Hotel au Tambour, is located only 1 km from the Surrender Museum. You can reach it on foot, it takes about 13 minutes on foot or by car in less than 5 minutes.
Immerse yourself in the memories of the Second World War
In a listed historical building, the Museum of the Surrender in Reims is dedicated to the memories of the Second World War. The museum is housed in the building where Eisenhower's headquarters and the operations room of the allied forces during the Second World War were located.
Place of the surrender of Nazi Germany
More importantly, it was in this building that German General Jodl announced the capitulation of Nazi Germany on 7 May 1945, thus ending the war. The news was then simultaneously announced in the Allied capitals on 8 May 1945.
A room with the original decoration
The building has been preserved in its original state, giving you a vivid impression of historical events. The exhibitions show the role of the city of Reims at the end of this major war.
From the Occupation to the Liberation, the history of the war is told through objects, documents, souvenirs and models. You will also find interesting information about the French Resistance.
Practical information
Opening hours:
- 10 am - 6 pm
- Closed on Tuesdays
- Full price: €5
- Free for under 18s
Museum of the Surrender of 7 May 1945
12 President Franklin Roosevelt Street
51100 Reims
