Monuments
Abbaye de Longues
Longues Benedictine Abbey is an incredible insight into medieval religious life in Normandy. A jewel of Normandy's heritage, its selection in 2019 by the mission entrusted to Stéphane Bern enabled two of its buildings to be saved: the choir and the hostelry. [...]
LONGUES-SUR-MER
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. It reveals the splendours of Romanesque and Gothic art. [...]
BAYEUX
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
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
Abbaye aux Dames
The Abbaye aux Dames was founded in 1060 by Matilda, William the Conqueror's wife, and consecrated on June 18th, 1066 [...]
CAEN
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
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 lives at the abbey will show you round the place he calls home. More than a monument, it's an experience! [...]
JUAYE-MONDAYE
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 1840. [...]
CREULLY SUR SEULLES
Château de Caen
Built around 1060 by William the Conqueror, the ducal castle became a favourite residence of the Dukes of Normandy, Kings of England (1066-1204), who transformed it into one of the largest fortified enclosures in Europe. After 2 years of redevelopment work, discover the castle's new attractions. [...]
CAEN
Château & Jardins 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
CHÂTEAU DE BALLEROY
The Château de Balleroy, a 17th-century gem designed by François Mansart, bears the traces of its many owners. Discover historic rooms on the guided tour, freely explore the museum and park, then enjoy a visit to the gift shop and tearoom. [...]
BALLEROY-SUR-DRÔME
Château médiéval de Creully - Musée de la radio
A fortified castle whose unusual architecture ranges from the 12th to 19th centuries. From the medieval period, the fortification, the moat and the Romanesque hall remain. The radio museum, reminds us that during the landings in June 1944, the BBC set up its studio in the square tower of the castle. [...]
CREULLY SUR SEULLES