Monuments
Cathédrale de Bayeux
The cathedral - which was consecrated in 1077 by Bishop Odo de Conteville, the half-brother of William the Conqueror - was the original showcase for the Bayeux Tapestry. Revealing the Romanesque and Gothic splendour of the church, the tour also includes access to the Treasury and Chapter Room. [...]
BAYEUX
Jardins & Château de Lantheuil
The Louis XIII château and its French-style garden were built for the family of the minister Turgot in 1613. Family heirlooms from the Ancien Régime and the Empire as well as the occupation in 1940 make for a fascinating historical tour led by a descendent of the Turgots. [...]
PONTS SUR SEULLES
Abbaye aux Dames
The Abbaye aux Dames was founded in 1060 by Matilda, William the Conqueror's wife, and consecrated on June 18th 1066. The abbey, a masterpiece of Norman Romanesque art, together with the 18th century convent and the French-style garden form a stunning ensemble. [...]
CAEN
Château Fort
A fortified castle whose unusual architecture ranges from the 12th to 17th centuries. From the medieval period, the surrounding wall, Romanesque hall and 2 towers remain. The radio museum, which opened in 1994, reminds us that during the landings in June 1944, the BBC set up a base in the tower [...]
CREULLY SUR SEULLES
Abbaye de Longues
Longues Benedictine Abbey is an incredible insight into medieval religious life in Normandy. Restoration work has made it a jewel of Norman heritage, selected in 2019 by the Stéphane Bern mission. [...]
LONGUES-SUR-MER
Château de Fontaine Henry
Château de Fontaine-Henry, between Bayeux and Caen is home to some of "France's highest roofs". This monument is one of the most spectacular in Normandy and is a former fortress, beautifully decorated during the Renaissance. It has never changed hands, it is still inhabited and houses a huge collect [...]
FONTAINE-HENRY
ABBAYE SAINT-MARTIN DE MONDAYE
A striking classical ensemble of the 18th century. Guided tour of the abbey church, sacristy, main rooms including the library with its 50,000 books. A White Canon who still lives at the abbey will show you round the place he calls home. More than a monument, it's an experience! [...]
JUAYE-MONDAYE
Château Guillaume-le-Conquérant
The Château of Falaise and the city wall form some of the last testimonies to the power of the Dukes of Normandy. Explore the impressive network of fortifications and visit a unique ensemble of Anglo-Norman keeps and wall towers in the heart of the town. [...]
FALAISE
Château de Colombières
Château de Colombières is one of the best-known military fortresses from the feudal period in Lower Normandy and was built between Bayeux and Isigny-sur-Mer near the D-Day beaches. This listed Monument encapsulates 1000 years of Norman history. [...]
COLOMBIERES
Prieuré Saint-Gabriel
Founded in 1058 by the Fécamp monks upon the Lord of Creully's request, the Priory of Saint Gabriel boasts a 13th century portal, the former monks' refectory, a tower and court room. The chapel's decor, is a jewel of Norman Romanesque art. The whole site was listed in 1845. [...]
CREULLY SUR SEULLES
CHÂTEAU DE BALLEROY
Built in 1631 by the architect François Mansart, the Balleroy family owned the château until Malcom S. Forbes bought it in 1970. One of the outbuildings houses the museum which presents the story of the hot-air and gas balloon era. [...]
BALLEROY-SUR-DROME