Sentier Nature de Caen - Terre et mer

Association Arts Attack! The Cargö, Caen’s modern music venue. Nördik Impakt Festival

Open since 2017, this library is a place for sharing, events, encounters and relaxation.

Founded around 1060 by Matilda, wife of William the Conqueror, this abbey for Benedictine nuns enjoyed great renown from the 11th century to the French Revolution. Its abbey church - the Holy Trinity church. Its 18th century convent buildings are now home to the Lower Normandy Regional Council. Guided tours every day at 2.30 p.m. and 4 p.m. Visits in both French and English - 1 hour 15 minutes.

Built from the 13th to the 16th centuries, the church offers an interesting insight into the evolution of architectural styles: from Rayonnant and Flamboyant Gothic to Renaissance. Boasting a magnificent 14th century spire of a height of almost 260 feet, the church is currently undergoing restoration. Of particular interest: the choir vault, the Flamboyant Gothic ambulatory chapels, the carved capitals on the 3rd nave pillar, on the north side, presenting four scenes inspired by medieval novels on knighthood and satirical writings. Organ by J.F. Dupont, built in 1997.

The Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Étienne in Caen was founded in 1063 by William the Conqueror. The church dates mainly from the 11th and 13th centuries and houses the tomb of the Duke of Normandy and King of England. The former monastery, which was damaged during the Wars of Religion and rebuilt in the 18th century, is now the seat of Caen City Council. Visitors can explore the cloister and several historical exhibitions there.