Oradour
@oradour.org
Le village d’Oradour-sur-Glane, situé à 22 kilomètres au nord-ouest de Limoges, est connu de par le monde pour avoir conservé les traces du massacre de 642 hommes, femmes et enfants perpétré par une unité de la 2ème Division SS Das Reich le 10 juin 1944.
Oradour's Company Logos
Oradour's Brand Colors
Hex Code
Color name
RGB
HSL
CMYK
#9F9F9F
Silver Chalice
159, 159, 159
0, 0, 62
0, 0, 0, 38
#FFFFFF
White
255, 255, 255
0, 0, 100
0, 0, 0, 0
#00241C
Burnham
0, 36, 28
167, 100, 7
100, 0, 22, 86
About Oradour
Oradour is a brand that is well-known worldwide for its historical significance. Located 22 kilometers northwest of Limoges, the village of Oradour-sur-Glane bears the tragic traces of a massacre that took place on June 10, 1944. This horrifying event saw the loss of 642 men, women, and children at the hands of a unit of the 2nd SS Division Das Reich.
Oradour serves as a center for memory, providing visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the events that unfolded on that fateful day. Since its opening in 1999, the center has become the gateway to the martyr village's ruins. Guests can embark on a guided tour that offers a documented journey, analyzing the historical context surrounding the massacre and shedding light on the relentless logic of annihilation that led to its execution.
In addition to the guided tour, visitors can explore the exhibitions at their own pace. The center also houses a library, media library, and archives, making it a valuable resource for researchers and educators. Oradour serves as a solemn reminder of the tragedy that unfolded during World War II and the importance of preserving such sites for future generations
