Visit Caen in 1 day
Are you passing through Caen and want to discover the essentials of this city full of history in one day? Follow our itinerary, which combines heritage, relaxation and walks in the most charming districts of the city!
The Best Western Plus Le Moderne hotel in Caen is located in the city center of the ducal city. Ideal for visiting its must-see sites!
Start your day with a visit to the Abbaye aux Hommes, a masterpiece of Norman Romanesque architecture founded by William the Conqueror.
Stroll through its many rooms and admire the temporary exhibitions.
This historic site, home to one of France's most beautiful town halls, is impressive for its majesty and fascinating history.
A visit to this jewel of Normandy heritage is a must!
Visit its 11th-century crypt, its 18th-century convent and its magnificent 5-hectare park, where you can admire a Lebanese cedar.
The Abbey overlooks the city of Caen, and you'll also be treated to an exceptional panorama.
Head to Caen Castle, built in 1060. With its vast fortified enclosure, it is one of the largest in Europe!
This emblematic place bears witness to the power of William the Conqueror, who made it his main residence.
Stroll through its courtyards and imagine life in medieval times.
Continue your day in the Vaugueux district, with its half-timbered houses and cobbled streets.
Spared from the bombings of 1944, this charming district is home to many bars and restaurants where you can taste local specialties.
If you have to choose, push open the doors of the two most emblematic buildings of Caen.
The Saint-Pierre church, with its impressive bell tower of almost 80 meters, is a harmonious blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles.
The church of Vieux Saint-Sauveur is also worth a visit: admire its flamboyant Gothic style nave with ribbed vaults and its Renaissance style choir.
Book your room at the 4-star Le Moderne hotel, ideally located in Caen city centre, to make the most of your visit!
The Best Western Plus Le Moderne hotel in Caen is located in the city center of the ducal city. Ideal for visiting its must-see sites!
The Abbaye aux Hommes
Start your day with a visit to the Abbaye aux Hommes, a masterpiece of Norman Romanesque architecture founded by William the Conqueror.
Stroll through its many rooms and admire the temporary exhibitions.
This historic site, home to one of France's most beautiful town halls, is impressive for its majesty and fascinating history.
The Abbaye aux Dames
A visit to this jewel of Normandy heritage is a must!
Visit its 11th-century crypt, its 18th-century convent and its magnificent 5-hectare park, where you can admire a Lebanese cedar.
The Abbey overlooks the city of Caen, and you'll also be treated to an exceptional panorama.
William the Conqueror's Castle
Head to Caen Castle, built in 1060. With its vast fortified enclosure, it is one of the largest in Europe!
This emblematic place bears witness to the power of William the Conqueror, who made it his main residence.
Stroll through its courtyards and imagine life in medieval times.
Stroll through the Vaugueux district
Continue your day in the Vaugueux district, with its half-timbered houses and cobbled streets.
Spared from the bombings of 1944, this charming district is home to many bars and restaurants where you can taste local specialties.
The churches of Caen
If you have to choose, push open the doors of the two most emblematic buildings of Caen.
The Saint-Pierre church, with its impressive bell tower of almost 80 meters, is a harmonious blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles.
The church of Vieux Saint-Sauveur is also worth a visit: admire its flamboyant Gothic style nave with ribbed vaults and its Renaissance style choir.
Book your room at the 4-star Le Moderne hotel, ideally located in Caen city centre, to make the most of your visit!