Medieval Normandy
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. The abbey, a masterpiece of Norman Romanesque art, together with the 18th century convent and the French-style garden form a stunning ensemble. [...]
CAEN
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
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
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. [...]
BAYEUX
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
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