Places to see in ( Caen - France )
Places to see in ( Caen - France )
Caen is a port city and capital of the department of Calvados in northern France's Normandy region. Its center features the Château de Caen, a circa-1060 castle built by William the Conqueror. It stands on a hill flanked by the Romanesque abbeys of Saint-Étienne and Sainte-Trinité, which date from the same period. The multimedia museum Le Mémorial is devoted to World War II and the 1944 Battle of Normandy.
Caen is located 15 kilometres (9.3 miles) inland from the English Channel, two hours north-west of Paris, and connected to the south of England by the Caen-(Ouistreham)-Portsmouth ferry route. Caen is located in the centre of its northern region, and it is a centre of political, economic and cultural power. Located a few miles from the coast, the landing beaches, the bustling resorts of Deauville and Cabourg, Norman Switzerland and Pays d'Auge, Caen is often considered the archetype of Normandy.
Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there, and for the Battle for Caen—heavy fighting that took place in and around Caen during the Battle of Normandy in 1944, destroying much of the city. The city has now preserved the memory by erecting a memorial and a museum dedicated to peace, the Memorial de Caen.
The castle, Château de Caen, built circa 1060 by William the Conqueror, who successfully conquered England in 1066, is one of the largest medieval fortresses of Western Europe. In repentance for marrying his cousin Mathilda of Flanders, William ordered two abbeys to be built on the Pope's encouragement:
Eglise St.-Etienne, formerly the Abbaye aux Hommes (Men's Abbey). It was completed in 1063 and is dedicated to St Stephen. The current Hôtel de Ville (town hall) of Caen is built onto the South Transept of the building.
Eglise de la Ste.-Trinité, formerly the Abbaye aux Dames (Women's Abbey). It was completed in 1060 and is dedicated to the Holy Trinity. The current seat of the regional council (conseil régional) of Basse-Normandie is nearby.
Other attractions in ( Caen - France ) such as :
Jardin botanique de Caen, a historic botanical garden
Church of Saint-Pierre
Mémorial pour la Paix (Memorial for Peace) built in 1988, charting the events leading up to and after D-Day. It is an emotional presentation inviting meditation on the thought of Elie Wiesel: Peace is not a gift from God to man, but a gift from man to himself. The Memorial for Peace also includes an exhibit of Nobel Peace Prize winners and another one on Conflict Resolution in different cultures.
Parc Festyland, an amusement park to the west of Caen in the nearby town of Carpiquet. The park receives 110,000 visitors every year.
Mondeville 2 is a regional shopping centre in adjoining Mondeville.
Caen has a recently built, controversial guided bus system—built by Bombardier Transportation and modelled on its Guided Light Transit technology—and a very efficient network of city buses, operated under the name Twisto. Caen - Carpiquet Airport is the biggest airport in Lower-Normandy considering the number of passengers that it serves every year. Caen is served by the small port of Ouistreham, lying at the mouth of the Caen Canal where it meets the English Channel. Caen is connected to the rest of France by motorways to Paris (A13), Brittany (A84) and soon to Le Mans (A88–A28). Although a fraction of what it used to be remains, Caen once boasted an extensive rail and tram network. From 1895 until 1936, the Compagnie des Tramways Electriques de Caen (Electrical Tramway Company of Caen) operated all around the city. Caen also had several main and branch railway lines linking Caen railway station to all parts of Normandy with lines to Paris, Vire, Flers, Cabourg, Houlgate, Deauville, Saint-Lô, Bayeux and Cherbourg. Now only the electrified line of Paris-Cherbourg, Caen-Le Mans and Caen-Rennes subsist with minimal services.
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Places to see in ( Cabourg - France )
Places to see in ( Cabourg - France )
Cabourg is a seaside resort in Calvados on the Cote Fleurie near Deauville in Normandy. It is one of several resorts developed on this stretch of coast - known as the Cote Fleurie - between 1850 and 1880, and perhaps also the most family-friendly resort in the region. Cabourg owes its popularity to three things: the beaches, the interesting architecture and lively atmosphere in the town centre.
If you are looking for a good beach - indeed, a very good beach and certainly one of the best in this part of Normandy - Cabourg is perhaps the place you are looking for. As well as several kilometres of gentle sandy beaches you will find various activities available on the beach itself, such as wind-surfing, canoeing in the sea, volleyball, sunbathing, and other 'traditional' seaside activities such as golf, go-karts and swimming pools are close to hand, the promenade along the seafront is more than three kilometres long and pedestrianised (the longest in Europe) which makes it great for jogging enthusiasts.
Cabourg has a lively atmosphere as well as being very attractive which makes it a great holiday location. The main street has lots of bars and restaurants and interesting shops. It stretches between the imposing town hall and tourist office towards the Grand Hotel and Casino on the seafront.
In common with the other resorts along this stretch of coast Cabourg features a grand 'end of the 19th century' hotel (here the Grand Hotel) and a casino - the essential requirements of many a Normandy seaside resort, and key to providing the 'belle epoque' feel to the town, along with villas from the same period that you will see as you explore Cabourg. The Grand Hotel is on the edge of a large square surrounded by some really stupendous villas.
The styles vary but all are very ornate and decorated with balconies, brick patterns, elaborate roofs etc. Those built at the end of the 19th century tend to copy the half-timber style typical in the Pays d'Augue region of Normandy. To give extra authenticity to the 'belle epoque' aspect of the town, Marcel Proust stayed in the Grand Hotel each summer from 1907 to 1914 and used the town as a model for the town of Balbec in the novel 'In Search of Lost Time' (you could perhaps bring a copy to read on the beach). The long promenade on the edge of the beach is named after Marcel Proust. It was originally built to protect the sea-front villas but soon became popular for walks along the seafront.
Although Cabourg did not exist before the 19th century, the historic port area across the river from Cabourg at Dives-sur-Mer has a much longer history: it was from here that William the Conqueror set off to defeat England in 1066. The countryside around Cabourg is known as the Pays d'Auge, and is a lovely countryside of gentle hills, orchards and woodlands, containing numerous picturesque little villages.
The local Calvados tourist authorities propose various routes through the countryside to help you make the most of your visit, including the popular Normandy Cider route and others such as the Route des Moulins (traditional mills), the Route des Gorges de la Vire and the Route de la Suisse Normandie - ask for details in the Cabourg tourist office. If you only have time to visit one Normandy village near here we suggest Beuvron, one of our favourites. Back to the beach, don't forget to explore some of the other resorts along the Cote Fleurie - heading north-east from Cabourg these include Houlgate, Deauville, Trouville and Honfleur, among others.
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Men's Abbey, Caen (France) - Travel Guide
Take a tour of Men's Abbey in Caen, France -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
The magnificent Men's Abbey, in Caen, France, could easily be mistaken for a castle or palace with its beautiful towers.
Caen stone, a yellow hued limestone from the Jurassic period, was used as the primary building material for this structure when it was constructed in the 11th century.
The tomb of William the Conqueror is located here, though the original tombstone was destroyed and the bones stolen.
Magnificent architectural details such as flying buttresses, rosette windows, and nine towers and spires adorn this resplendent monument.
The ornate styling of the Men's Abbey overshadows nearly all other Romanesque buildings in the region.
Though it was once a Benedictine abbey, it has more recently been used a parish church, a high school, and a hospital.
HONFLEUR, PLUS BELLE VILLE DE NORMANDIE ? | Vlog
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Notre tour de France continue et cette fois, on vous fait découvrir Honfleur. Cette ville portuaire dans le département du Calvados en Normandie nous a séduit par ses couleurs, ses maisons à colombage et bien sûr son port de pêche !
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Places to see in ( Caen - France ) Caen Streets
Caen, in Normandy, is one of the oldest university towns in France. Bustling with activity, it is a vibrant and attractive city on the River Orne. Brimming with exquisite art and fashion boutiques alongside superb markets selling fine wines and fresh produce, Caen provides an indulgent shopping experience. The rich tastes of Normandy can be experienced not only in the dairy and seafood dishes served in Caen's excellent restaurants but also at the street side crêperies and pátisseries. In particular, the Vaugueux quarter has a number of excellent restaurants. Veal and pre-salé lamb, reared on the salt marshes of the Mont St Michel area are local specialities.
Plunge into Caen's fascinating history by visiting the last resting place of William the Conqueror at the fairytale Abbaye aux Hommes (the 'Men's Abbey'). It now contains only his thigh-bone, having been destroyed by a Calvinist mob in the 16th century. You can also explore William's Chateau de Caen, an 11th century castle that is one of the largest medieval complexes in Europe and an impressive piece of military architecture. Surrounded by a dry moat, the Chateau de Caen is now home to the Musée de Normandie which explores the region's history from the Gauls and the Romans to the Vikings and Saxons, with exhibitions about the landscape of Normandy and the everyday lives of the Norman peasants.
Caen is a fantastic starting point to explore the sites of the Normandy Landings with guided beach tours, and the emotive Caen Memorial Museum, dedicated to peace, is renowned as one of the best WW2 museums in France. The museum focuses on a theme of reconciliation which guides you through the many collections about modern wars and acts of warfare but is particularly centred on WW2. Do not forget to visit the Gardens, especially the British Garden opened in 2004 by Prince Charles.
Pegasus Bridge and its memorial are a short drive away whilst the British and Canadian Landing Beaches, Juno and Sword are also very close by for those wishing to unearth more about this important part of European history. Nearby St Lô was almost destroyed during the war and although it was considered that it should be kept as a memorial, it has been largely rebuilt. Other attractions close to Caen include Festyland, a popular theme park for young children where they can learn all about William the Conqueror, the Vikings, pirates and much more whilst having lots of fun! You can also see Bayeux Tapestry itself in Bayeux, less than an hour away.
Capital of a region renowned throughout the world, Caen lies only a few kilometres from the English Channel. Due to its geographical position, between land and sea, less than 2 hours from Paris and facing the South Coast of England, Caen is a destination awaiting your discovery. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, Caen attracts visitors from all over the world who come to discover its Romanesque abbeys, its 11th Century castle and its Memorial Museum. With a good commercial city centre, many welcoming hotels and attractive surrounding districts, Caen is a place where the good life comes easy.
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Six of the prettiest towns and villages in Normandy
Here are some of the most beautiful small towns and villages in a region of France packed full of history and natural wonders.
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Caen, the capital of the Basse-Normandie region, was already settled during the days of the Celts. Caen is the old Celtic name for battlefield. In the Middle Ages, Caen was hard-fought over and over again. Wilhelm the Conqueror, the later English king Wilhelm I. shaped the face of the city substantially. He built the castle and two abbeys. Eglise Sainte-Trinité, formerly Abbaye aux Dames, was the abbey for the women and Eglise St.-Etienne, formerly Abbey aux Hommes, the abbey for the men, where he was buried later.
During the Hundred Years' War, Caen changed hands several times between England and France until it finally fell to France in 1450.
After two plague epidemics the city was taken by the Huguenots, but could quickly bow to the king again. Under Louis XIV, the Royalism helped the city to get a strong economic upswing.
The Jacobin prevailed in Caen during the French Revolution. A rebellion failed. Charlotte Corday, the murderer of Jean Paul Marat, lived here and left from here for the assassination.
In the 20th century, Caen had a central importance for the landing of the Allies, due of its strategic position in the Normandy. Caen was almost completely destroyed.
We arrive at Caen at variable weather and primarily wanted visit the Citadel. Within the massive fortification is the Musée des Beaux-Arts (Museum of Fine Arts) with a sculpture park. The museum houses a collection of stings and the most important collection of European painting of the 16th and 17th century.
The former harbor of Caen is now silted and pushed forward 15 km. As a new rain threatens, we stay only briefly in the city and drive towards the coast.
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Caen, die Hauptstadt der Region Basse-Normandy, war bereits zur Zeit der Kelten besiedelt, von denen sich auch der Name herleitet. Er bedeutet so viel wie Schlachtfeld.
Auch im Mittelalter war Caen immer wieder umkämpft. Wilhelm der Eroberer, der spätere englische König Wilhelm I. prägte maßgeblich das Stadtbild. Er ließ die Burg und zwei Abteien erbauen. Die Abbaye aux Dames (Klosterkirche Sainte-Trinité) für Nonnen und die Abbey aux hommes Klosterkirche Saint-Étienne) für Mönche, in der er später auch begraben wurde.
Während des 100-jährigen Krieges wechselte Caen mehrfach zwischen England und Frankreich den Besitzer, bis es 1450 endgültig an Frankreich fiel.
Nach zwei Pestepidemien wurde die Stadt von den Hugenotten eingenommen, konnte sich aber wieder rasch dem König unterwerfen. Die Königstreue verhalf der Stadt unter Ludwig XIV. zu einem starken wirtschaftlichen Aufschwung.
Während der franz. Revolution herrschten in Caen die Jakobiner. Ein Aufstand scheiterte. Die Mörderin von Jean Paul Marat. Charlotte Corday lebte hier und brach von hier aus zu ihrem Attentat auf.
Im 20. Jahrhundert hatte Caen bei der Landung der Alliierten in der Normandie wegen ihrer strategischen Lage eine zentrale Bedeutung. Dabei wurde Caen fast völlig zerstört.
Wir erreichen Caen bei durchwachsenem Wetter und wollen in erster Linie die Zitadelle besichtigen. Innerhalb der gewaltigen Befestigungsanlage ist das Musée des Beaux-Arts (Museum für schöne Künste) mit einem Skulpturenpark untergebracht. Das Museum beherbergt eine Sammlung von Stichen und die bedeutendste Sammlung europäischer Malerei des 16. und 17. Jahrhunderts.
Einst hatte Caen einen Hafen, der heute aber verlandet ist und sich 15 km vorgeschoben hat. Da ein neuer Regenschauer droht, bleiben wir nur kurz in der Stadt und fahren Richtung Küste.
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The Normandy Route du Cidre
A quick look at the 25 mile Route du Cidre, or Cider route that takes you through the beautiful Pays d'Auge. A mix of in-car footage from the GoPro, and iPhone footage of Beuvron en Auge.