Caen's hidden treasures to visit
Just 2 hours from Paris, Caen in Calvados is full of hidden treasures.
As you wander through the streets, you can admire the architecture of monuments dating from the Renaissance and the Middle Ages as well as the cultural heritage.
Let yourself be enchanted by the thousand-year-old history of the city and set off to discover the medieval soul of Caen.
Why not start by discovering the city center where medieval half-timbered houses rub shoulders with private mansions.
The Hôtel d'Escoville and the Hôtel de Colomby are among the most impressive monuments.
A little further on, stop at Place Saint-Sauveur, the oldest in the city, for a drink. In the middle stands a sculpture of Louis XIV.
A few steps away, the Hôtel des Postes, Place Gambetta, houses an art nouveau style with Egyptian architectural details.
On Place Saint-Pierre, Caen Castle is one of the largest medieval walls in Europe.
Formerly the residence of William the Conqueror or the Duke of Normandy, come and admire the remains of the keep, the Exchequer Room and the Saint-Georges Church.
This medieval district is one of the emblematic places of Caen. Day and night, the place retains its charm thanks to its half-timbered houses. Edith Piaf's grandparents are said to have lived there.
In the evening, enjoy the romantic atmosphere for a romantic outing.
Why not discover this church on Rue Saint-Anne which was built by Mathilde of Flanders, the wife of William the Conqueror.
Wander through its cloister, its old dungeons, its abbey crypt and its monumental staircase.
Located opposite the Place de la République, 10 minutes from the medieval district of Vaugueux, the Royal Hotel offers simple, comfortable and air-conditioned rooms.
It is the ideal location to enjoy Caen on foot. You will even have the possibility to park your car in the public car park 20 meters from the establishment.
At the end of the day, order a drink at the hotel bar and discover our “made in Normandy” drinks such as La Lie beer or a Calvados Dupont.
You can also browse books from the thematic library entirely dedicated to Caen and explore its history and culture.
As you wander through the streets, you can admire the architecture of monuments dating from the Renaissance and the Middle Ages as well as the cultural heritage.
Let yourself be enchanted by the thousand-year-old history of the city and set off to discover the medieval soul of Caen.
Explore the city center of Caen
Why not start by discovering the city center where medieval half-timbered houses rub shoulders with private mansions.
The Hôtel d'Escoville and the Hôtel de Colomby are among the most impressive monuments.
A little further on, stop at Place Saint-Sauveur, the oldest in the city, for a drink. In the middle stands a sculpture of Louis XIV.
A few steps away, the Hôtel des Postes, Place Gambetta, houses an art nouveau style with Egyptian architectural details.
Caen Castle and its secrets
On Place Saint-Pierre, Caen Castle is one of the largest medieval walls in Europe.
Formerly the residence of William the Conqueror or the Duke of Normandy, come and admire the remains of the keep, the Exchequer Room and the Saint-Georges Church.
The Vaugueux district
This medieval district is one of the emblematic places of Caen. Day and night, the place retains its charm thanks to its half-timbered houses. Edith Piaf's grandparents are said to have lived there.
In the evening, enjoy the romantic atmosphere for a romantic outing.
The Abbaye aux Dames
Why not discover this church on Rue Saint-Anne which was built by Mathilde of Flanders, the wife of William the Conqueror.
Wander through its cloister, its old dungeons, its abbey crypt and its monumental staircase.
Enjoy your hotel in the city center of Caen
Located opposite the Place de la République, 10 minutes from the medieval district of Vaugueux, the Royal Hotel offers simple, comfortable and air-conditioned rooms.
It is the ideal location to enjoy Caen on foot. You will even have the possibility to park your car in the public car park 20 meters from the establishment.
At the end of the day, order a drink at the hotel bar and discover our “made in Normandy” drinks such as La Lie beer or a Calvados Dupont.
You can also browse books from the thematic library entirely dedicated to Caen and explore its history and culture.
