D-Day: what can you visit in Caen?

Explore Caen during the D-Day Festival

Caen is a destination with plenty of surprises in store!

Whether you want to learn more about the D-Day landings, explore the legacy of William the Conqueror or simply breathe in the sea air, Caen has something for everyone.

Discover our selection of places to discover in Caen during your D-Day Festival stay at our Best Western Le Moderne hotel.

Places of remembrance...

Caen Memorial
Trace the history of the Battle of Normandy on a moving tour.

You can also visit the former command post of German General Richter.

🚌 Access from the hotel:

Take bus line 2 , stop at Théâtre Quai 3 (210 metres from the hotel).
Get off at the Mémorial stop

Cultural visits...

Caen Castle and its museum
Built by William the Conqueror, Caen Castle sits at the heart of the city.

You can stroll freely around the castle and admire the view from the ramparts.

The castle is also home to the Musée de Normandie (admission fee payable).

🚶 Access from the hotel:

9-minute walk

Ladies' Abbey
Founded by William the Conqueror, this monument founded in the 11th century is now home to over 950 years of history, to be discovered on a self-guided or guided tour.

🚌 Access from the hotel:

Take bus line 10EX or 4 , Bellivet stop (250 metres from the hotel).
Get off at the Clos Beaumois stop

The Abbaye-aux-Hommes
Built in Gothic style in the 18th century, the Abbaye-aux-Hommes has many assets worth discovering on a self-guided or guided tour.

🚌 Access from the hotel:

Take bus line 1, 2 or 3, get off at Théâtre Quai 3 (210 metres from the hotel).
Get off at the Hôtel de Ville Quai 2 stop

For a stroll...

The Vaugueux district
This historic district is one of Caen's must-sees!

Take a stroll through its cobbled streets and sit down on one of the terraces of restaurants and cafés to fully savour the atmosphere of the place.

🚶 Access from the hotel:

9-minute walk

The Colline aux oiseaux park
Fancy a spot of nature?

This large floral park in the heart of the city is the ideal place for a romantic or family stroll through the labyrinth or its rose garden.

🚌 Access from the hotel:

Take bus line 2, get off at Théâtre Quai 3 (210 metres from the hotel).
Get off at the Mémorial stop

The cycling route to Ouistreham
Head for the seaside!

The Vélo Francette is a greenway that takes you along the canal from Caen to the sea as far as Ouistreham.

It's a pleasant one-hour ride that's accessible to everyone. Didn't bring your bike with you?

Our hotel in Caen offers electric bikes for hire by the day or half-day, with insurance and helmet included (find out more).

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