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Prepare your arrival

In order to facilitate your arrival and your stay in Caen, we have put together some practical information to facilitate the preparation of your trip.

Once in Caen :

Tramway and bus
City map (by Google)

Access to the university campus :

By car : Northern ring road towards downtown
By bus : lines 2, 4, 10, 12, 23 stop Université
By tramway : lines T1 and T2, stop Université

Must-see in Caen :

The Castle of William the Conqueror
The castle of Caen is one of the largest castles in Europe. Founded around 1060 by William the Conqueror, it is the fortified complex of the old city center of Caen. Located between the Saint-Pierre church and the campus 1 of the University of Caen Normandy, its high walls offer a breathtaking view of the city center. Learn more about the history of the castle of Caen: https://caen.fr/index.php/annuaire-equipement/chateau-de-caen

The Abbaye-aux-Hommes
Founded around 1060 by William the Conqueror, it offers a very beautiful architectural ensemble. During the Second World War, this abbey church was occupied by the Red Cross, which allowed it to escape the Allied bombing of Caen. Classified as a historical monument, it is a burrial site of William the Conqueror and hosts the City Hall of Caen. Learn more about the Abbaye-aux-Hommes: https://caen.fr/index.php/abbaye-aux-hommes

The Abbaye-aux-Dames
Founded in 1060 by Matilda of Flanders and William the Conqueror, it is classified as a historical monument and is the burrial site of Queen Mathilde. In June 1944, during the Allied landings and the battle of Caen, the abbey was relatively untouched by bombing. In 1983, the Abbey was bought by the Regional Council of Lower Normandy, which moved in in 1986 after a period of restoration. Learn more about the Abbaye-aux-Dames: https://caen.fr/index.php/annuaire-equipement/abbaye-aux-dames

The Caen Memorial Museum for Peace
The Mémorial de Caen is a museum and war memorial in Caen, commemorating World War II and the battle for Caen. More generally, the museum is dedicated to the history of the twentieth century, mainly focused on the fragility of peace. Its intention is “pay a tribute to the martyred city of the liberation” but also to tell “what was the terrible story of the 20th century in a spirit of reconciliation”. [source Wikipedia] Learn more about the Caen Memorial: https://normandy.memorial-caen.com/

Our accommodation recommendations :

Hôtel Carline

Hôtel François D’O

Smart appart Caen République

Hôtel des Quatrans

Hôtel Campanile Caen Centre - Gare

Hôtel Mary’s

Our restaurant recommendations :

La Table de l’Acadiane

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