Loved the park! Great for nice sunny days to just relax in the shade. The playground was good for the little one to play a bit and for us to take a break. We tried the climbing net at spot where you can climb. It gave us some nice thrills. One day sorted when visiting Rennes. Well deserved a visit.

Just like centre parks in the UK, not our thing but a good overnight stop 22 euros May, long walk to toilets and showers which we didn’t use, great place for kids.

What a beautiful place lovely walks and a couple of lakes with trees for shade. There is a cafe reasturant and toilets. Nice big mostly shaded car park great when it's hot. I would definitely recommend it.

Very very good campsite excellent facilities in immaculate condition. Pitches large and spaced out in a lovely woodland setting with walks and activities all close by within walking distance. Cafe bar located within the park nice to walk to and enjoy a beer after driving. Offers pitches at the start of the campsite at 11euro without power etc and will definitely will make use of for a one night stop over if traveling south.Cycled into Rennes via the cycle path about 5km of a flat cycle and is sign posted all the way in option to order breakfast very handy too.Staff very professional and friendly keep up the great work guys.

Amazing park with amazing view, it was such a great experience. i just wish they did not cut that much trees in it. highly recommended.

So peaceful and kept beautifully. Staff friendly and helpful. Amazing cycle tracks and only 5 klms cycle to the centre of Rennes.

Beautiful big garden , park with lakes , coffee place , adventure , animals , routes for walking, jogging, bicycles , playgrounds for children. Really you can spent a few hours there, even BBQ facilities

A must-visit spot in Cancale for oyster lovers! We came here on a sunny spring day, and it was hands-down one of our favorite food experiences in France. The open-air oyster market is right by the waterfront, with stalls run by local producers offering incredibly fresh oysters at fair prices — usually around €6–€9 per dozen, depending on the size and type. We picked our tray, added a squeeze of lemon, and enjoyed it right on the seawall with a glass of white wine, the experience is great. The vibe is very relaxed — locals, tourists, solo eaters, families, all gathered for a bite of the sea. Don’t expect luxury, but it’s authentic, charming, and delicious. Aside from the oysters, there’s also a small van nearby selling champagne and wine — a perfect pairing for a seaside feast.

Just incredible - a MUST VISIT when you are in the area! 12 oysters no. 3 for EUR 7,50. To be eaten on the spot. Through the shells in the ocean - just make sure you use the lemon-waste-bin for the lemon. Also try the "sauvage" and the "plats". Just amazing and great. We will be back very soon!

We love oysters so this was a MUST place to visit. Got the number 3 first, but not enough and went for the number 0 size. Awesome. The white wine a bit too expensive but the price of oysters compensate it by far! Go for it!

It’s unusual and a bit specific atmosphere here. But oysters are real tasty and price is great, especially for closed one. Definitely must see and try, even if you are not a great oyster fan, like me. Take some 6/12 set with lemon, take a seat on stairs and look to the view 🦪 Strongly recommend to visit on low tide. 9/10 for me, but it’s quite specific and you might be not so impressed like me.

This is the place to start your visit to Cancale. The atmosphere is fantastic. Eating oysters on the shore with other people is an interesting experience.

Amazing experience! Eating freshly shucked oysters by the sea was perfect. Wine merchant next door provided the drinks. Highly recommend!

Amazing market. Freshest oysters ever tried.

Mont-Saint-Michel, a unique island commune located approximately one kilometre off France's north-western coast near Avranches, is renowned for its striking gothic architecture and historical significance. Covering a total area of 400 hectares (990 acres), including its mainland portion, the island itself spans 7 hectares (17 acres) and had a population of 29 as of 2019. Historically, Mont-Saint-Michel was a key pilgrimage site due to its abbey and benefited from its defensible position, accessible only at low tide. During the Hundred Years' War, it remained unconquered, with its small garrison successfully repelling an English attack in 1433. Recognising its strategic advantage, Louis XI transformed it into a prison, a role it continued to play during the Ancien Régime. In 1979, Mont-Saint-Michel and its bay were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their aesthetic and religious importance. Today, it attracts over three million visitors annually, making it France's most-visited attraction outside Paris. Over 60 buildings within the commune are protected as historical monuments. Visitors can explore the site via free shuttles or by walking approximately 2 kilometres from nearby parking areas, which cost €15 for 24 hours. The abbey, which requires an entrance fee, and the free-access ramparts offer breathtaking views of the bay. The old town features numerous shops, restaurants, and free public toilets near the entrance. To avoid the overwhelming crowds from day-tour buses, which typically arrive by 11 am and leave around 6 pm, early morning or late evening visits are recommended. Staying overnight, either in the nearby village or in one of the hotels on the island, allows visitors to experience the Mont's unique atmosphere after the crowds have dispersed. Hotels offer luggage storage services for a small fee, and flat shoes are advised due to the steep and narrow streets. Many find that exploring the Mont early in the morning or late at night, when it is quieter, provides an unforgettable experience. Walking on the sand flats around the island is a popular activity, but visitors should remain cautious of the swift incoming tides. Sunset views are especially memorable, as are the magical moments when the Mont is illuminated at night. Dining options include the famous but overpriced Poulard restaurant on the island, though establishments like Ferme St-Michel in the nearby shore village offer better value. Local specialties such as Calvados, a regional apple brandy, can be purchased from village farmers. For a more relaxed visit, some recommend staying at accommodations like Le Moulin de Ducey nearby, allowing for an early start before the arrival of tour buses. This approach provides ample time to explore the abbey, ramparts, and village streets without feeling rushed. The stunning views and serene ambiance make Mont-Saint-Michel a truly magical destination that leaves a lasting impression on all who visit.

The island with the village and church is very impressive. It's like going back to the middle ages or entering a film set. Very photogenic. However, the cramped island and narrow streets is totally overrun by tourists during the daytime. The "main street" is a constant queue. If you hate crowds, stay away. We spent the night at a hotel on the island. The bus arrived at 12 from the train station, but we couldn't check in until 16, which left us "homeless" in the crowded village for 4 hours. We killed time by walking around and having some food and beers. Due to the massive amount of tourists, you can't sit down and relax for a long time at the restaurants. You don't have to ask for the cheque, they will serve it to you once you have finished what you ordered, because they want you out and the next customers in as quickly as possible. The same thing repeats itself next day, as the check out time was at 11, and the bus didn't leave until after 17. When it's 17 o'clock, most shops and restaurants close their doors and the crowds disappear. What's left is a calm, but very dark and closed village. It's goes from completely chaos to nothing at all. The people who stayed behind had to use the flashlights on their cell phones to walk around, as there were hardly and street lights. If we should go again, we would stay on a hotel and eat at a restaurant on the shore-side, and take a shuttle bus in for a day trip. Then perhaps walk over the bridge in the evening for a picture of the silhouette against the sky. Tip: There's a restaurant up on the cliff (white umbrellas) that's a nice and peaceful getaway from the crowds below. It seems to have higher standards than the ones that lies in the center of the action. All in all, it's worth the trip to Mont Saint-Michel to get some photos and see this spectacular place in real life, but the atmosphere and island itself is mostly destroyed by mass tourism. I know we are all part of the problem, but maximum cap on visitors per day would be a good idea.

Amazing place to visit. You can see it all in a day. Id advise you stay till night fall to watch the Mont light up. The traffic controlling barrier is an absolute pain (in my opinion if your staying onsite in hotel or campsite you shouldn't have to pay the 6.50 euro a day parking!

Better to go off season

Bit touristy but very pretty

Beautiful site.... Better off season. With a frequency more important than Euro Disney, it gets pretty tight.

We stayed at a motel on-site. Once the tourist buses left about 6 pm we had the island pretty much to ourselves. Plenty of time to explore and no crowds. Beautiful site.

From this point you can see the full splendkr of the Mount St. Michel.

Beautiful but very crowded. We arrived around lunchtime.

Mont Saint Michel Amazing place. Like magical 😇 but it's not suitable for handicap 🧑‍🦽 because there is no access to get to the top hill side without lift service. It's really difficult.

The whole place is an absolute surreal beauty! Its really a magical place. Wait for the tide change, if possible.

Beautiful place I’ve ever seen in my life!

Stunning Castle free to enter and explore History.

I have to say my experience at these Toilets was very appalling. My reason being that the Lady running it charged 2 Euros for me to excrete my bodily fluids. Anyways there was another Woman working there who looked like she was at the lowest point in her life even lower than the Mariana Trench (for those who have been living under a rock the Mariana Trench is the deepest underwater trench in the world). Anyways, back to the story, as I entered the sanctuary of the Mont Saint Michael bathrooms a very pungent smell came about my nostrils. To my disgust I found large splats of diarrhoea smelted across the walls (my best assumption was the Charging lady from the start as her face looked as red as my little boys cherries). Anyways, my experience at the Toilets was not only pungent and disgusting it was filling me with gratitude to the fact that back in the Brexit geezer land of the UK we have access to free toilets. - infinity/ 10. NO BOSH

Great visit with kids, does not take too long. They receive a sheet with some photographs which they have to look for in the four different exhibits of the Roc design Harmonies. Entrance price is reasonable. Great view over Granville harbour from bar/snack.

Nice views from the top of the cliffs. Shame some of the gun emplacements were not left open. They have all been blocked up

Quite a decent sized aquarium, with plenty of things to see. The main part of the tour actually incorporates a ton of other stuff - sea shell sculptures everywhere, semi precious gem displays and sculptures, insect collections and plenty more. Countless hours must have gone in to this place, definitely worth a visit. It's also close to a free car park and 200m from a decent sized coastal outpost from the war.

Most bizarre experience. Not much of an aquarium, bit well worth a visit! The only negative thing I would say, is that the fish had pollostirine "rocks" in the tanks some of which were being eaten by the fish ☹️

It's OK, however not very big at all, few fish tanks, a few taxidermy insects, however very good crystals and mineral displays, friendly staff.

Expected a bit more but a nice place to take the kids for an hour or so if it's raining.

Nice place with a great collection of insects

Very cute museum. There you can learn about Christian Dior childhood and see several iconic peaces made by him. The staff is super friendly and efficient. The gardens are super well maintained and beautiful.

Wonderful house with a stunning garden and view. Sometimes there could’ve been a little more translations in English, but nevertheless it was a great experience. I would advise to buy tickets before, I didn’t have to wait at all while the queue was long. The garden is beautiful with the flowers and plants and of course the view of the sea is stunning. There is an easy way down the sea as well. Can also recommend the little café in the garden.

Such a Beautiful place to Visit. Highly recommend. Great Free Gardens to walk around and also there are steps down to the beach from the garden. Also enjoyed the house and museum. Great for kids as upstairs in the museum they have a place where children can colour in some dress designs and do puzzles, whilst the adults look around.

Beautiful grounds but overall a disappointing experience. The house inside had been so altered to take the displays you get little feel for what it was like. The were a lot of designs by people under the Dior name but the was little about Christian Dior and his history and development. Only one toilet so long queues

Very interesting experience with the family on our time spent to learn about the birth place of one of the most influencing French fashion designers of the 20th century, Christian Dior. It is recommended to book. The earlier, the merrier! You may be lucky, and arrive without booking, but you will likely wait for a bit as the house can only accept a maximum of 50 visitors at the time. So make sure you stay hydrated and an umbrella may be useful in case of rain or blazing sun conditions. The design of the inside of the museum and the garden were found up to our expectations, very refined and sparkling. Just a bit of a pity, that some of the rooms are kept in the dark, which makes it sometimes hard to read notes on the walls. The visit is not suitable for people who cannot go up and down stairs. The toilets area is kept outside the museum. It may need a bit more signs for directions. But against all expectations, toilets were found very dirty and neglected (no toilet paper found in the ladies room). Except these things, it was a rather good visit.

Interesting Musuem lots of history well displayed. And you are able to design your own dress and leave on the wall. Gardens are very relaxing. A must visit.

Museum closed for winter but garden remains open. Wonderfully peaceful and great views over to Channel Islands. Steps up from beach will sharpen your appetite. 😀

Great Zoo - one of the best I have ever been to. It actually looks like a botanic garden where someone put some animals... beautiful trees, plants... and great animals. Absolutely worth visiting.

Superb zoo with tastefully thought out animal enclosures giving the animals space and activity. Plenty of viewing angles and the use of lots of bamboo screens the animals from each other. There's a decent restaurant doing 2 courses for €18 or a simpler place offering panini and frites.

We all agreed today that this is the best zoo we have ever been to. Beautiful surroundings. Very interesting animals. The animals look extremely well cared for. Very relaxing walk around. Enjoyed feeding the goats their popcorn. Really highly recommended for families or even without children. The plants around the place are also beautifully maintained. If you are in the area, dont miss it.

A zoo that has "human size" (not too big, not too small), easy for kids and accessible for strollers and/or people with disabilities. Pricey but it's a zoo... Gotta to feed the animals!!

Lovely clean zoo, animals look well cared for. Great for children of all ages.

Lovely little zoo. There are a limited amount of animals but the ones you do see you can get up pretty close to (some obviously behind safety glass - lion, tiger, leopard etc.). The operators of the zoo have made the most of the area to make it as fun as possible with areas where you can get in to and feed goats and donkeys, and there are talks from the zookeepers throughout the day at different enclosures. At some points it felt a little like a mini farm but in some way this added to the charm of the place. The playground is nice and there is a lovely area where you can eat. You can also leave the park and get a stamp to get back in if you need to (just a nice touch if you left something in the car) Overall a great day out and our 2 year old loved it.

We stayed near Caen and were looking for a nice place (in the surroundings) to visit with our younger kids. We found a folder about this zoo in our hotel and decided to go. The parking is large and free, the entrance at a decent price and the staff very friendly. You can see more than 300 animals and more than 65 species in a 10-hectare landscape trail! Some parts allow you to walk between the animals and see them closely. The complex also offers an amazing playground for your kids. The whole visit takes around 4h, but you can obviously stay long. A nice place to stop and visit.

Nice free gardens that are worth visiting. We went on a wet day and the colours were still vibrant.

These gardens are beautifully kept and there are many imaginative displays and specimens. We have visited many times over the last 25 years. On this occasion we were put off taking our under 2 grandson to the children's area as it had been commandeered by teenagers. Whilst we could have tried asking them to leave we didn't feel up to a confrontation and left them to it.

At 74 and a lover of Gardens and Parks, Coutances Jardin must rank amongst my all time favourites. So delightfully intimate and imaginative, the garden designers take a theme each year and create amazing storyboards from flower beds.... A must visit (the town and Cathedral are lovely too)

Late September and the gardens were still a riot of colour. If only our own garden could exhibit such beautiful displays. We spent about an hour here in the peace and solitude. Lovely place.

Really nice garden in this very nice, historical city. Really a delight to have this gardens in the middle of the city.

We couldn’t go because no dogs are allowed. It looked beautiful from the gate

Lovely gardens, really well maintained and full of flowers.

Beautiful Cathedral and a little market on the square in front. Le Jardin des Plants very pretty and colourful. Lovely little shops but were closed because is the 1st of May.

Beautiful cathedral with lots of chapels to stop off in and wonderful stained glass windows. They also had some mini exhibitions dotted along. Free to enter and a lovely atmosphere.

A magnificent cathedral with 2 spires and a large, ornate central tower. Many beautiful stained glass windows in a variety of styles and also terrific murals and painted columns and walls (see my photos attached). I also highly recommend reading through the website listed as it is very informative and well-presented.

Loved the crossing piece, just like Ely cathedral.

An astonishing granite building of surprising height. Started in the C11 and reconstructed in in the C12 in Gothic style. It has an unusual galleried central tower with fan vault supports. The ancient stained and painted glass is all original because it survived the allied bombing in June 1944 intact. Many religious paintings add to the atmosphere. A must-see iconic cathedral. Free to get in.

An amazing cathedral, wonderful feeling inside and some great architecture.

The architecture is interesting and as well as the stained glass windows.

Really interesting, lovely staff, would definitely recommend if you are interested in how things work/are made.

Good heritage and craftsmanship centre. Last here 20 years ago and had to revisit as in the area. Guided tour but was not in English so had text card which was ok but you didn't get any history of the place or details what bells they were making. 20 years ago I'm sure we has tour in English as we were told alot more information and I believe they were making a bell for Chile. Text only told us the basics of how they made bells. Even so we had fun ringing the bells in the courtyard and it was good to see the hectic working workshop. Shop had some nice items and souvenirs. Good to see it was still busy. Perhaps we will be back in another 20 years!

This is a real hidden gem. Short but extremely interesting guided tours over the real bell foundry where they talk about all steps of fabricating a bell. They fabricate all sizes - from tiny souvenir bells to giants to be installed on cathedrals - and it seems they can answer almost any question about them. I highly recommend visiting it!

Wished to visit, but sign saying closed until 16 July, due to a fire.

A hidden gem. One of only two working bell foundries in France making bells for big cathedrals (they supplied the new bells for Notre Dame in Paris in 2013 and the Cathedral in St. Malo more recently). We arrived unannounced on a Saturday afternoon and had an English tour for just the three of us within about 15 minutes during which time we played with the bells in the courtyard. It was amazing how beautiful they sounded. The tour was informative and very interesting - seeing the current commissions being worked on. We thoroughly enjoyed the visit.

This is a worthwhile place to visit. This is a working foundry that makes 100 bells a year some of them quite large. The guided tour is informal and extremely informative about the history and process of the foundry. Well worth the €8.50 entrance fee.

Very interesting place Lots of information Sadly the pans are expensive to buy, but as they say you get what you pay for

Good idea for a half day trip. Dormain is a really beautiful town with calm athmosphere. Here is a lot of interesting places, chappel, waterfalls, rocks and churches.

Beautiful little stroll through lush green forest, to a cute little waterfall. Kids loved playing around the top of the waterfall.

Another beautiful waterfall. I remember a poster of this exact same waterfall was in the wall of my childhood room when I was younger. Pleased to be here in reality.

A divine place with a lot of energy...

A surprisingly beautiful spot in an otherwise unremarkable town. Kids enjoyed playing in the shallows and walking a fairly steep gorge path overlooking the stream and trees. We visited in autumn and had great fun picking the sweet chestnuts to take home for Christmas.

Totally unexpected treat. Amazing little walk down the side of the waterfall. Bring sensible shoes, the rocks get wet and slippy with some steep drops.

Nice waterfalls. The small falls are nicer than the big one. Both routes are beautiful with small bridges. Nice!!

(Translated by Google) After carrying out significant work in the town center of Saint-Lô, I note that uncontrolled parking persists, particularly opposite La Mie Câline. As a pedestrian, I frequently have to deal with motorists who park on the sidewalks and ask me to move, even though I am legitimately walking in the space reserved for me. I remind you that article R417-11 of the Highway Code formally prohibits the parking of motorized vehicles on sidewalks, with the exception of motorcycles, motor tricycles and mopeds, but only if this does not interfere with the movement of pedestrians and that this is authorized by signage or local bylaws. In all other cases, this constitutes an offense described as "very annoying", punishable by a fine of €135 (4th class fine). Despite the presence of an A.S.V.P. agent. put in place by the town hall, I find this measure very good but insufficient. Violations continue to occur daily, and disrespectful behavior by motorists endangers the safety of pedestrians, despite parking being available nearby. For a simple wand or a quick passage, some motorists take liberties to the detriment of pedestrian safety. This is becoming difficult to accept, and it would be desirable for measures to be taken more seriously by the town hall to regulate this type of behavior. Compliance with parking rules and pedestrian safety should be a priority. (Original) Après la réalisation de travaux significatifs dans le centre-ville de Saint-Lô, je constate que le stationnement anarchique persiste, notamment en face de La Mie Câline. En tant que piéton, il m'arrive fréquemment de devoir faire face à des automobilistes qui se garent sur les trottoirs et me demandent de me déplacer, alors que je marche légitimement sur l'espace qui m'est réservé. Je rappelle que l'article R417-11 du Code de la route interdit formellement le stationnement des véhicules motorisés sur les trottoirs, à l'exception des motocyclettes, tricycles à moteur et cyclomoteurs, mais uniquement si cela ne gêne pas la circulation des piétons et que cela est autorisé par la signalisation ou les arrêtés locaux. Dans tous les autres cas, cela constitue une infraction qualifiée de "très gênante", passible d’une amende de 135 € (contravention de 4e classe). Malgré la présence d’un agent A.S.V.P. mis en place par la mairie, je trouve cette mesure très bien mais insuffisante. Les infractions continuent de se produire quotidiennement, et les comportements irrespectueux des automobilistes mettent en péril la sécurité des piétons, et ce, malgré un parking disponible à proximité. Pour une simple baguette ou un passage rapide, certains automobilistes prennent des libertés au détriment de la sécurité des piétons. Cela devient difficilement acceptable, et il serait souhaitable que des mesures soient prises plus sérieusement par la mairie pour réguler ce genre de comportements. Le respect des règles de stationnement et de la sécurité des piétons devrait être une priorité.

(Translated by Google) Town Hall Square, useless, so much money spent, and work to arrive at this ugliness, which has only removed parking spaces and the life of the town center. Now it is dull and sad, and what are these water jets for? As for the parking spaces in front of the supermarket, they are too narrow, not to mention the length where a station wagon with a tow bar, overtakes on the public highway, not to mention to reverse where the road is too narrow (herringbone parking would have been more judicious, S (Original) Place de l’hôtel de ville ,nulle ,tant d argent dépensé, et de travaux pour arriver à cette laideur ,,qui n afait que supprimer des places de parkings et la vie du centre ville.maintenant c est morne et triste,et à quoi sert ces jets d’eau?quant aux places de parkings en face du supermarché elles sont trop étroites sans parler aussi de la longueur où une voiture breack avec un crochet d attelage, depasse sur la voie publique sans parler pour reculer où la route est trop etroite v( parkings en épis aurait été plus judicieux , S

(Translated by Google) Hello, I currently live in Caen. I would like to know who to contact at the town hall to go to the housing allocation committee. (Original) Bonjour je vis actuellement sur Caen j'aurais voulu savoir à qui m'adresser à la mairie pour passer en commission d'attribution de logement

(Translated by Google) Super nice and quiet town. The city center offers small corners of greenery where it is good to stroll between the large Town Hall square and its staircase, the church, the administrative center with the prefecture, many clean and peaceful places. The tour of the center is done through the walk on the castle ramparts. Just outside all the stores with maximum service and restaurants. A good time to discover (Original) Super ville agréable et tranquille. Le centre ville propose des petits coins de verdure ou il fait bon flâner entre la grande place de la Mairie et son escalier , l'église , le centre administratif avec la préfecture bons nombres d,endroits propre et paisible. Le tour du centre se fait au travers de la promenade sur les remparts du chateau. Juste en exterieure tous les magasins avec le maximun de service et restaurants. Un bon moment à découvrir

(Translated by Google) I don't live in Saint-Lô, but I was born there. I asked to have my birth certificate sent to me to carry out a name change at a town hall near me. I was refused, telling me that I had to change my name in Saint-Lô. So I went to the Saint-Lô town hall to complete my name change request 2 months ago. I then made an appointment on June 21 (1 month later) to validate my request but I had to cancel because I was ultimately not available. So I came today to validate my request (2 months later) because "This confirmation will take place no earlier than one month after receipt of your request" (official public service site), so I was able to leave my month of reflection. However, the person who received me refused to make this confirmation because "the 1 month deadline has passed". I think they don't know what "minimum 1 month" means... So that she finally tells me that I just have to take my birth certificate and go make my request elsewhere: exactly what that I had asked from the start... like the impression of wasting my time... (Original) Je n'habite pas Saint-Lô, mais j'y suis née. J'ai demandé à ce que l'on m'envoi mon acte de naissance pour réaliser un changement de nom dans une mairie proche de chez moi. On me l'a refusé en me disant qu'il fallait que je réalise mon changement de nom à Saint-Lô. Je me suis donc rendu à la mairie de Saint-Lô pour réaliser ma demande changement de nom il y a 2 mois. J'avais ensuite pris un rendez-vous le 21 juin (1mois après) pour validé ma demande mais j'ai du annulé car je n'étais finalement pas disponible. Je suis donc venu aujourd'hui pour valider ma demande (2mois après) car "Cette confirmation aura lieu au plus tôt un mois après la réception de votre demande" (site officiel de service public), j'ai donc bien pu laisser mon mois de réflexion. Cependant, la personne qui m'a reçu à refusé de réaliser cette confirmation car "le délai de 1 mois est dépassé". Je crois qu'ils ne savent pas ce que veux dire "minimum 1 mois".... Pour qu'elle me dise finalement que je n'ai qu'à prendre mon acte de naissance et aller réaliser ma demande ailleurs : exactement ce que j'avais demandé dès le début... comme l'impression de perdre mon temps...

(Translated by Google) I have always been welcomed by the staff. To file documents for a marriage, for our marriage, for information etc... (Original) J'ai toujours été bien accueillie par le personnel. Pour déposer les documents pour un mariage, pour notre mariage, pour des informations etc...

(Translated by Google) Hello, I made the identity cards for my daughters and my two daughters-in-law with my wife, no problem, however, to pick them up with my wife, the person from the civil registry refused to allow me to stay in the office for the cards. identity cards of my daughters-in-law because I am not their father even though it is just to collect the identity cards to submit the file and complete the documents no problem I was able to stay in the office I think I fell on a very kind person this morning Small additional clarification for a large municipality of civil status is not open every day, find out before going there (Original) Bonjour j'ai fait les cartes d'identité de mes filles et mes deux belles filles avec ma femme aucun problème en revanche pour aller les chercher avec ma femme la personne de l'état civil a refusé que je reste dans le bureau pour les cartes d'identité de mes belles filles car je suis pas leur père alors que c'est juste pour récupérer les cartes d'identité pour poser le dossier et remplir les documents aucun problème j'ai pu rester dans le bureau je crois que je suis tombé sur une personne très aimable ce matin Petite précision supplémentaire pour une grande commune d'état civil n'est pas ouvert tous les jours renseignez-vous avant d'y aller

This was one of the highlights of our Normandy visit. The D-Day Experience Museum offers a well-curated and very moving look at the D-Day invasion. The C-47 flight simulator was a fantastic immersive experience that really helped convey what the paratroopers faced. The museum also includes a large collection of uniforms, weapons, artifacts, and personal stories — all presented in a very engaging way. One of the standout elements was the Tom Brokaw–narrated film, which provided an excellent overview of the invasion and the human stories behind it. The museum is located right next to Dead Man’s Corner in Saint-Côme-du-Mont — where a Sherman tank was destroyed in front of the building that served as the HQ for the German Fallschirmjäger Regiment 6 (elite paratroopers). This location adds a powerful layer of historical context to the visit. Highly recommend spending time here — it’s an incredibly well-done museum that brings history to life. #DDayExperienceMuseum #DeadMansCorner #NormandyWWII #DDayHistory #SaintComeDuMont #C47Simulator #NormandyTravel

This is a museum you definitely want to visit when you're in Normandy. We did the film, the simulator, and visited the museum. The film is beautifully made and gives a clear depiction of the actual battles during D-Day and the days that followed. The 3D effect is fun, but not very impressive—3D films are a bit out of fashion in 2025. The simulator is well done but rather short. The museum itself isn’t very innovative, but the whole package is well worth it. We spent about two hours here. There’s also a lot you can buy, such as army clothing and even weapons. However, I do wonder if you’ll get into trouble if you try to take these weapons across the border.

Fantastic! There are many one-of-a-kind historical items on display here. That are attributed to certain veterans, many of which became famous due to the band of Brothers series. The museum does a great job of telling the personal stories of the men who fought and died here. The flight simulator is a must in my opinion however I wish I had skipped the 3d movie and spent that time in the museum. If you’re into ww2 history already the movie probably won’t tell you anything you don’t already know. in my opinion it’s for people who don’t already know about the events that took place in Normandy. You could easily spend a day in this museum. Spoiler, Normandy is full of great museums related to the D-Day landings. that are all failed with World War II artifacts. However, this museum combined with the flight simulator really is an experience, and I would put it at the top of the list.

A great museum — very detailed, with an excellent selection of gifts. The flight simulator, however, was underwhelming. It might appeal to children, but for adults, it’s quite basic, with simple effects and a very short duration. What stood out, though, was the pre-flight ‘briefing’ experience, which does a good job of making you feel like part of the mission.

If you go here after the Victory Museum you will be disappointed. It's more expensive but less well done. The flight simulator is nice but the exhibition is disappointing. Everything behind glass so hard totale pictures.

Great day here and exploring Carentan. Movie was 10/10 Simulator 5/10 ( don't expect too much). The Museum, and shop are FAB! I have never seen so much authentic 1944 /1945 gear for sale, amazing!

We couldn't come to Normandy and not learn something about the D-Day landings. The D-Day Experience was nearest to us, a good drive away, and Utah beach not far past it for a visit afterwards. Definitely pre-book to get the 3D cinema and paratrooper plane simulator experiences nicely timed. The museum exhibits will mean all the more if you have seen the film and experienced the simulator first. The centre is US focused as Utah beach was a US force landing. There is lots to read (in English and French), but all personal, meaningful experiences bringing home the tragic horror of the invasion, lots of jackets, but each one represents a life and individual experience of the invasion. The story of Dead Man's Corner is particularly poignant, especially as the house has not changed since the invasion, shows how the location of the museum and the DMC junction was central to the invasion and presents the German perspective in a tasteful way. Makes you want to know the story of each beach landing. A well put together and thought out presentation of a sensitive if very important world event.

The park is amazing, and so are the people who work there. All the attractions, both thrilling and relaxing, are great! The food is good too.

I am in love with the activities the staff are very single thing. I have a special thanks to the staff I dealt with they were very warm and supportive…

There is plenty of parking when you enter the site. Then you follow the footpath down into the valley where all the activities are based. The luge was great fun and reasonably priced. The 40+ zip wires through the trees is brilliant and lasts for well over 1 hour and only costs €12 which is good value for money. There are several places to eat and they were all busy at peak lunch time.

Great day with my son zip wiring sky bridge walk staff very nice ,mountain luge really fun and yummy cakes thank you

Thanks to the team at AJ hackett Normandy! I got the jump for my Wife's birthday to experience the thrill of doing something daring and exciting to live life on the edge literally!!

Great zip line ride. Very attentive staff. Merci.

Great place, great and super friendly team. Take the jump and enjoy👌 Pura Vida!

Great museum! The installations are interesting and varied, while the exhibit itself is done with respect without veering into the "pathetic" or overly heroic. It's well split into topics of the operations and the importance of Utah Beach specifically within Operation Overlord. Thanks again!

As interested as I am in WW11 and the Normandy landings, this was poor for me. The museum wouldn't be a patch on the Airborne Museum in Ste Mere Eglise. That said, it is definitely worth visiting and take in how these brave lads fought and died for what we all have today.

Wish we had more time here, but we were with a tour group from Paris and had time constraints. It’s an awesome museum filled with so much history. Such a solemn place filled with so much sacrifice.

It is a place where sadness and malinchony caused by the heaviness of history strugled me.. but is also a place where man wrote History sacrifying their lives. Be respectful is the minimum visitors can do. The museum itself is very well done, the hangar is the main attraction but also the other rooms are intriguing. This is a must see Museum as all the other museums in the area.

Great place to visit, very profound experience. The beauty and at the same time the historical magnitude creates a feeling difficult to articulate.

A great place to visit. Huge detail in exhibits to evole the DDay landings, the personnel involved and an explanation of the build up to the Landings and how each day unfolded. Very atmospheric - huge credit to all iAllies nvolved. The Allied forces were very brave supported by the French Resistance and Free French. Could easily spend several hours at the museum - stunning views over the beach. A great cafe/ bar worth visitinfg too.

Great Museum wit a lot of history and the B52 is for sure the main attraction 🤩. There is also a lot to see outside the Museum.

We’d not heard of the zoo before but happened to pass the zoo on our way to our accommodation, and decided to visit the next day. It’s by far one of the best zoos we’ve visited and is very good value - especially compared to zoos in the U.K. We were lucky enough to see all the animals, including the Puma hiding. Staff are very friendly too.

The visit to the zoo was quite enjoyable. We spent about three hours here. There are many different animals to see, all of which appeared to be in good health. You can follow two walking routes through the park. There is ample parking available, and the surrounding area is very wooded. The food offerings are limited, but that's not a big issue. There are also demonstrations, though only in French, and not much happened apart from some feeding. All in all, it was a nice experience. The toilets, however, were not of great quality in terms of hygiene.

Great zoo with two walking loops lasting about 3.5 hours. Wide variety of Animals who looked in great condition and the white lion was particularly spectacular. We used a Groupon discount but no family tickets were available.

A perfect day out for the family, lots of animals and they are very well looked after… take a pack lunch the restaurant is slow and expensive but apart from that it’s a wonderful zoo.

We had a wonderful day out here, brought a picnic with us, kids loved it and kept going for about 5 hours, plenty seating options all around the park

One of the best zoo we've ever been to finally enjoyed our time. Would highly recommend

Went here while holidaying in France and we were glad we did. The park is very clean and all the animals are well kept and looked after. The park is split into two areas, yellow and blue. Yellow you will find the more exotic animals while the blue you will find your more domesticated animal. Both area's are great to wander round and both are easy even if you find it difficult to walk. Plenty of area's to sit and view the different animals. The price is 18.50euros per adult, a family ticket you are looking at 45euros which is for 2 adults and 2 children. Children under 3 go free, there is a cafe where you can get a drink and a snack or you can opted for a full blown meal in the restaurant. While we were there we never saw a zoo keeper, which I don't know is a good or bad thing as the animals all seemed very contented and all were on display. If you are in the area I would highly recommend a visit as you will enjoy your time here.

Historically it's a great place. However, it's let down by the neglect of the area. Most if not all areas are no admittance. Barriers all over the place. The visitors center has no café/restaurant. Nothing for refreshments after a long cycle in the heat. My poor wife was exhausted. That's just my gripe and as I said, Historically very important.

A place worth visiting even as not of the bunkers are accessible. The main one was still open Andean be accede. Great view from the top.

Visited Pointe du Hoc today and was truly moved. The cliffs, the craters, and the preserved bunkers tell a powerful story of courage and sacrifice. A beautifully maintained historic site that offers a deep and humbling experience. Highly recommended for anyone interested in World War II history.

Very disappointing. In the name of eco BS, they have let weeds and bushes grow inside and around the craters. it’s a shame! They have put a fence all around the site, making us follow a path. Impossible to walk around the craters Bunkers are closed. We cannot visualize and feel what the soldiers have been through.

One of the must places to visit. The only place where there are still visible the shelling drops, the fights are still clearly visible on site I was disappointed that many of the places routes were closed, no access to get on top of the bunkers despite the supporting structures. This is something which has clearly changed recently as there are plenty of pictures available online.

Incredible views and powerful history. The craters and bunkers show the intensity of the battle. A must-see to understand the scale of the D-Day landings.

Pointe du Hoc was a German strongpoint atop a cliff that could easily shell the Allied landing beaches on DDAY and had to be taken. US Army Rangers were assigned to the task and scaled the cliff in broad daylight while under German fire. 77 of them would die and over150 would be wounded. It is located adjacent to Omaha Beach. The place is a grassy moonscape due to the intense shelling. Some shell holes appear to be 30 feet deep or more. There are signs that tell people to have respect as "this is a German war grave, too". Not easily accessible for those with mobility issues.

The model railway is wonderful - huge, with so much detail - and lots of love has gone into making it. During the visit you have a guided tour session to view the railway, plus the chance to go on a small train around the grounds, and visit the lime kilns. There is a nice cafe and playground on site as well as shop and toilets. As a result we spent more time here than expected and it felt like good value for money.

Perfect spot for children of all ages. The miniature train set up is amazing, built over the last 50 years. The children loved being able to stand on the railing to really see all the detail. A ride on the train was next then some jumping on the inflatable train. Non stop action. We enjoyed delicious afternoon tea as well. Highly recommend a visit.

Family run attraction with excellent model railway layout. Also has limekiln, ride on mini train trip, gardens and onsite cafe.

The sheer size of the set is amazing. It is also interactive and so it is great for kids and adults. The food looks a little expensive, but the quality meets it perfectly. There is a large area next to the restaurant where children can play as well as a large 'bouncy train'. As a family, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

Ok but not for model rail enthusiasts. We travelled some distance for this since the advertising suggested a high quality very large layout. I'm sure the flyers exaggerate the size of the layout and what's there is a very simplistic over busy, toy-like layout which you are limited to half an hour to view, much of which is in the dark (pretty lights for sure but too long not seeing much). The layout is a mix of French and German stock and is crammed full static rolling stock and locos as well as traffic jams of lorry's. There plenty of fun features to spot and button activated animations to engage the kids. All in all not terribly realistic but quite fun. The garden railway is also limited to one ride per ticket and isn't all that special. There's not a lot else to see so you could be done in 90 mins without rushing. Fun for kids and reasonably priced but don't travel an hour to see it like we did, expecting a whole days railwaying fun

First of all, the train layout is fantastic. A lot of attention to detail and it looks great. The not so good... Access to the model train building is limited to around 30 mins. You are allowed in as a group and then ushered out half an hour later. The trains only run during this time and you can't stay and watch them. It's a little disappointing when your paying almost €10 to get in per person. The food on site is not good value for money. There are no vegetarian options (even the cheese on toast is pre made off site). It's not cheap and is very basic (assuming they even have the things you might want in stock). The pizza and chips (which is around €10 also), is a mini frozen pizza with around 8 flakes of grated cheese on it. There is a mini train ride which you can also go on once and lasts around 4 minutes. On site, there is a bouncy castle (well, train), the model railway and a mini railway ride to entertain kids... It takes around an hour in total. For a family of 4... We've spent almost €80 here on what I'd probably not want to spend more than €20. The place has potential but just isn't engaging enough for what it actually costs. Would we come again? No. Would we recommend it to others, possibly... But I'd make it clear that the price is far higher than similar attractions considering the amount of time and engagement you have. I wouldn't recommend the food or drink... Even a coffee was €3.80.

Wonderful, magical model railway. Even Mrs. S thought it sublime when put into night mode. One of those attractions built by one-man and his son that France does so well.

Such a historical and somber site. I was here 50 some years ago too and the feeling of sacrifice is still as strong as ever. We were blessed with the honor of a wreath presentation on behalf of our group - Team Shelby. It was a short but very significant ceremony that I shall never forget. The French administrators were so welcoming and professional. Not a dry eye as they played the Star Spangled Banner followed by TAPS as the wreath was presented. Interesting note - the water in the reflection pool is dyed black to symbolize the death that occurred in Normandy.

Beautifully kept cemetery. The whole place has so much emotion. It was very busy when we arrived, the car park is huge but it can still be very hard to find a space. Easy access to the beach and bunkers/gun posts from the car park. This is a must visit if you are in the area and interested in the war/D-Day. Overlord museum nearby also worth a visit.

Great place to visit that really instills a sense of honor. When you look at all the grave markers it is really humbling experience. I would recommend a couple of things. 1.Take the time to look at all the maps and information when you first enter near the memorial statue. 2. The reflection pool was beautiful when we went so that is between the information walls and graves 3 I would recommend walking to the right and seeing the views of the water and walking around from that side and looping back

A beautifully kept cemetery and a somber memorial. It is most certainly important to visit to remember all those that fought to give us our freedom today. Must visit if you are in the area and want to remember the sacrifices made during WW2.

A Profoundly Moving Experience at Normandy American Cemetery Visiting the Normandy American Cemetery was an unforgettable and deeply moving experience. Perched above Omaha Beach, this hallowed ground is a poignant tribute to the American soldiers who gave their lives during the D-Day invasion and subsequent battles of World War II. The sight of thousands of white marble crosses and Stars of David, meticulously aligned across the serene landscape, is both humbling and heart-wrenching. The cemetery’s peaceful beauty contrasts starkly with the violent history it commemorates, creating a powerful atmosphere of reflection. The visitor center adds depth to the experience, with its detailed exhibits and personal stories of courage and sacrifice. Walking among the graves, reading the names, and realizing the scale of loss left me with a profound sense of gratitude and reverence. This is more than a historical site—it’s a sacred place that honors the bravery of those who fought for freedom. I highly recommend visiting to pay respects and reflect on the cost of liberty. Bring tissues, and prepare for a deeply emotional journey.

I visited the Normandy American Cemetery in November 2023. Although I had to go through it quickly because it was close to closing time, I was deeply moved by the history and sacrifice of those who fought so bravely in the war. For those wondering where the Niland brothers are buried, their graves are located in Plot F, Row 15. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful — one of them even guided us directly to the site. I highly recommend visiting Omaha Beach and the Overlord Museum before coming to the cemetery. It’s a powerful and emotional experience that brings a deeper understanding of history. Thank you to all Allied soldiers who fought in WWII. Your courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Visited the Normandy American Cemetery today and was deeply touched. The grounds are immaculate, and the atmosphere is both peaceful and powerful. A moving tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of so many. An unforgettable experience. It closes at 17:00.

Magnificent cathedral both inside and out. Has impressive stained glass windows and interesting crypt. My favourite installation is a board running round the outer part of the crypt (mimicking the Bayeux Tapestry) but simply recording history in plain words from Jesus to present day listing significant events, eras and every single Pope with the length of their term ..fascinating

Wonderful cathedral that’s worth a visit. You may even be lucky enough to hear the amazing pipe organ!! During the summer there’s a wonderful and dazzling light show, inspired by the lush, colourful world of Alain Thomas — a master of naïve-primitive painting. Well worth seeing. Selected nights from dusk to midnight.

This ancient church is so amazing. Bayeux is an amazing town and this church at its centerpiece was a marvelous surprise. There was a seasonal night market I found and shopped for some lovely trinkets and delicious local sausages. Then at around 10pm there was amazing light show on the surface of the church. Just an amazing place. I think my next trip to France will be strictly a stay in beautiful Bayeux.

Huge and amazing! Startling and so thankful that this beautiful 13th century architectural marvel survived all the Normandy battles of world war II. Free to enter. No good parking close by except on the street if you are lucky.

This is a beautiful cathedral located in the heart of charming Bayeux, France. Looks stunning on the outside, especially with the background being the countryside small town of Bayeux. You can enter the cathedral for free and tour the inside in under 1 hour. The inside architecture is stunning and beautiful!

Beautiful cathedral with amazing history. From the stained glass above to the floor below, the ancient art and craftsmanship on display is stunning. Make sure to see the free light show projected on the exterior evenings during the summer months.

A cathedral that befits the beautiful city of Bayeux. Great to visit at any time but the evening market and light show done every other day through August is well worth experiencing.

I found my visit to the Bayeux Tapestry Museum to be fascinating. The audio tour was engaging. The rest of the Museum is engaging, and visitors learn plenty of history. PLEASE NOTE: tickets can only be purchased at the door; no tickets are sold online. I visited in August, on a Saturday in the late afternoon, and I only had to wait around ten minutes.

Visiting the Bayeux Museum was an unforgettable experience. The tapestry itself is perhaps the most extraordinary exhibit we have ever seen. The audio guide was excellent and made the story come alive. We felt very lucky to visit on the second-to-last day before the tapestry closed for restoration until 2027.

Nice little museum in Bayeux housing the famous Bayeux tapestry depicting the story of the battle of Hastings 1066.. In fine embroidery detail... Surprisingly how long and how detailed it is.... and definitely worth seeing if in the area.. Entry fee of around €12.. Fyi.. the museum is closing September for refurbishment and the tapestry is coming to London to be displayed Yes worth a visit and certainly take time to explore the town

Great museum to visiting, however it's too crowded. Consider arriving as early as possible in the morning to avoid waiting for hours to enter. Although an audio guide is included, it can't be paused once activated, leading many visitors to rush through viewing a tapestry in about 20 minutes and then leave after. On the other hand, story and details deserve to remain in the main exposition for as long as you want and explore multiple times.

Very detailed audio guide with beautifully explained facts. Beautiful exhibition with ways of life from that times... a definitely worthy experience!

Big queues if you haven't already got a joint ticket from another of the town's museums. Amazing to see this wonderful art in person. Somewhat spoiled by the man videoing his way along (against the rules!) and the people holding up the line - they could really do with a staff member in the tapestry room to chaperone. Also there was the bonus exhibition of Pixi models, including their rendition of the tapestry. The museum is closed from 1st Sept 2025 for 2 years while a new display space is being built.

Surprisingly good for children. They get their own separate audio guide which keeps it moving, and keeps it interesting. We were out in 30 minutes. The tour could have been longer for adults certainly! The tapestry is incredible, precious, expressive and enlightening. UNESCO listed, as almost 1,000 years old.

While I've been to better castles, the draw here is the impressive interactive elements that really bring the place to life. My son loved it. Great views from the top as well.

The exterior grounds allow dogs, but not inside. The restoration is unique because the castle was besieged so many times so there is concrete, steel and glass instead picking one particular period to restore to. The architecture of the well shaft in the tower is amazing as is the rooftop although I am afraid of heights. Different than other castles, but an interesting take. Walk around to see the castle from different angles, don't worry about getting straight to the entrance.

Chateau telling the story of William the Conquerer from before his birth to after his death Good audio visual displays and tablet features including room by room makeovers off ho they would have looked originally. Good setting with fine views from top of tower A lot of steps to master! Good shop and staff very friendly. You can walk the grounds for free. Would recommend.

Great way to spend the morning. Fantastic views over the surrounding areas. Really good interactive exhibition. A few stairs but nothing scary. Free parking outside. More to visit next time.

Excellent attraction. Good value day out. Lots to see. Interactive and informative.

Amazing to see but the website said it was open but we could only walk around the inside the castle grounds because the castle inside was closed. A big disappointment travelling so far and not to go inside. Even the museum by town Square was also closed this was on a Monday. We didn't want to waste time waiting so we continued our journey towards Spain.

Best castle I've ever been to!! The castle looks incredible, it's in really good condition and is in an imposing location. The display boards and interactive tour using augmented reality via tablets (which including a little treasure hunt) were absolutely brilliant, an engaging way to learn the history of the castle. I hope other castles can follow a similar approach. I cannot recommend this castle enough it's a must visit!

This museum is an absolute must-visit. I went in with my fairly basic knowledge of the events of D-Day, and came out with a much better understanding than I had ever expected. The museum is full of projections, models, and artefacts that give clear but still highly detailed accounts of the events before, on, and after D-Day, on all five beaches. I really highly recommend this excellent museum.

Really interesting and informative museum. You can wear a headset and there are information points where you listen to accounts from people who were in Arromanches at the time. It was a very moving experience and the museum overlooks the beach where you can still see parts of the man-made port. Definitely worth a visit for both adults and children. The gift shop is excellent too.

Fascinating museum, well laid out and with a real family interest for me as my grandfather landed here in 1944. The views over the remains of the Mulberry port from the museum only add to the ambiance and feeling of history. The audio guides are very good and helpful to understand the importance of this site.

Very nice place with lots of stuff to see. You can choose out of a lot of languages to listen and watch. It was very busy though and I recommend coming early so you can park somewhere.

Updated museum in 2023 detailing the events leading up to D Day and the concept and use of the Mulberry Harbour. Exhibits well presented and good audio guide in many languages. Location in iconic area overlooking Gold beach and the remains of the harbour. Good views from roof terrace . Highly recommended

Never been to old museum so can't compare the two like many seen to do. This was a very interesting place to visit and I learnt some new facts about the harbour design abd construction. Only gripe was listening to an annoying woman talking on her phone - ironically English! Like any museum visit for the true history buff it would be best when quiet 🤫

The whole experience is totally worth the effort to get there. Using local transport as we did. The buses are irregular, you could end up with only half an hour. We had several hours enjoying the exhibition a walk along the front and lunch in a cafe. A local tour could cost 150 euros or more.

Nine-screen circular cinema on the hilltop overlooking Arromanches. We went to the last showing of the day, and we’re the only ones there. The film is a collaged, B&W, 20-minute story of the battle for Normandy. It is collated from multiple sources - American, British, French, Canadian, and German. It is 7 Euro entrance fee, and there is paid-for parking on the hilltop nearby, where there are some interesting sculptures, WW2 structures, and great views out to the Mulberry harbours. I was sorry when the film ended; it seemed so short! Note us is LOUD at times, so some discretion for sensitive ears advised!

Outstanding short film all original footage. It’s impressive to achieve this scale and quality with such old film. This does not shy away from the horror and devastation. The film explains the huge collaboration effort to build a temporary port. It was in use for 10 months and helped the allies win the European war. The film shows victory was never certain - while Paris was being liberated Rouen still burned. The film shows the human cost. Absolutely worth visiting. In just 20 minutes it explains the loss and scars across all of Normandy. It is a worthy commemoration of a generations’ sacrifice.

A very interesting film showing the history of the surrounding area during WW2 and the Normandy landings. Very reasonably priced and the film was very informative. Access into the place was easy, there were no steps to enter, giving those with mobility limitations an easy entrance. It's mostly standing room only but there is some seating towards the back for those who may need it. After the film you walk through the shop with interesting souvenirs. No cafe here but a vending machine is there. You're better off going down into the town to a cafe or place to eat there. Definitely recommend visiting here. Although I paid on the door, in the summer I would imagine it gets busy so you may want to purchase tickets before you go.

Incredible unbelievable. Not a dry eye after watching this. You feel a sense of pride, bravery,fear and so very grateful for the peace and democracy we all enjoy for us our children and their children.

Full of history from the event of WW2 and if you are visiting Normandy, this is a must visit place. Don't forget to visit the 360 degree cinema.

I’m not sure who thought up this reverse theater-in-the-round conceit, but hopefully they learned from their mistake and never tried it again. Some of the footage was incredibly powerful, but the editing and lack of context made it terribly disjointed. The only way to make it even more disjointed would be to spread it across 9 screens surrounding the viewer. So that’s what they did. Another serious issue: no air conditioning. We went in during a mild day in August, but when you pack 80 people into an enclosed unvented room, it sure heats up fast. It had to be approaching 27 degrees Celsius in there. And did I mention there’s no (or very limited) seating? I’m surprised only a few people left early. Anyone who knows anything about WWII history would be going “WTH?!” And anyone with no knowledge of history would be going “WTH?!” In short, a bad gimmick that dilutes the sacrifice and heroism of the military and local civilians. One last note: Far from impressing on visitors the horror and tragedy of war, the gift shop seems to very much be celebrating the glory of war.

A real disappointment, uncomfortable because you have to watch while standing leaning on an iron bar, streching your neck, moreover the room was extremely crowded. The documentary shown did not add anything to the basic knowledge on D-day which you can get with any documentary. 360 degrees just means that the same scene is shown at different moments on the screens around you, so you will not miss anything if you just watch in front of you. Not worth the price paid and the wait to go in. Moreover the parking nearby was 2.50 an hour. The hill overlooking the town is nice though, and there are some statues and artwork.

Very impressive stretch of gardens, fields, overlooks and trails. There are farm animals, mini golf, an ice cream shop and a small cafe in the park, even a par cour course for children. It's just lovely and I would highly recommend a visit.

Free parc. Love the inclusive playground. Subtheme in little pieces of the parc like viking/asgard garden. Maze is fun to do with young kids. Everything was very neat.

Peaceful and beautiful park with animals, flowers, roses, greenery, fountains and views. Car park right next to it, there is a mini golf and toilets also. We really enjoyed and think if we would like close by this place would be our reading, chilling spot for sure.

Very nice large and green park. Playgrounds for small children are nice. Fountain area is very much worth a visit.

Amazing parc for fresh air and a good walk ! Beautiful roses in the Roseraie and the maze is great.

Great park to learn about the environmental issues. The whole park has been built on a waste dump site. Now, it is covered by trees, roses and vegetation, but below it is full of plastic bottles, glass, cans. There is a great demonstration area about the history, and a cross section of the waste below. Otherwise, the park offers a great panorama view on Caen, has a little farm with animals, unfortunately no direct access to the animals for feeding and touching. There is a nice playground, and several tracks for walking. The car traffic nearby is high at one side of the park, but inside it ok. There no protected bike lanes to reach it, but at least there is a bike parking in front of it. If you are visiting Caen as a tourist, I think this is a must see experience to learn about current environmental issues. And a great place for children to run around, play, and see some animals.

Hugely impressed with this park. Hadn't realised it's origins until I was reading about how the site was previously the council dump. Absolutely worth a visit with the kids. Many different things to see... including dipping your feet into the fountain to cool down. The views are great and the gardens are very well maintained.

We visited this abbey on our way from Étretat to Mont Saint-Michel Castle — it’s definitely a place worth including in your Normandy itinerary. Entrance to the abbey is paid, but access to the church itself is free. The church is located to the right of the main entrance. Parking is convenient — right under the abbey.

One of the must-see sites in Caen is the Abbaye aux Hommes, a former men’s abbey with centuries of history and an example of the blend of Norman Romanesque and early Gothic architectural styles. This abbey, founded in the 11th century, is one of the main attractions of the city of Caen and functions as a parish church. Part of the abbey has been transformed into a museum where visitors can learn about the history and architecture of the complex. The abbey, like several other historic buildings, is part of the campus of the University of Caen, creating a blend of history and modern academic life. The abbey also houses the tomb of William the Conqueror, making it a place of pilgrimage for historians and tourists interested in medieval history.

Come here as early as you can and allow 4 hours for the visit if you want to read every sign. Its absolutely worth it as you learn so so much. You learn about William the Conqueror, about Caen in Dday, about the high school that was once here. You can see the ruins from the bombings in the nearby buildings across the Abbaye. Lots of information provided and difficult to imagine what was once happening here.

I've seen this building last year for gala dinner held by horse genome project 2024. That was stunning with wall painting and colors.

Came to see William The Conquerors tomb, but the Abbey & its exhibitions next door are so much more! Definitely a must if you are visiting Caen

Very nice exhibits. Make sure to visit the cathedral as well. The tomb of William the Conqueror is in the church.

One of the most monumental cathedrals, it is significant both for its beauty and its long history. It is a must-see.

Our tour was just incredible! Ana was our guide and Sebastien was our driver. They were simply amazing and so knowledgeable. I thought I knew a lot about WWII until Ana shared some amazing stories and facts on our tour. Highly recommend!!!

It was amazing, well designed and very interesting. There’s also a bunker and a special price for students (€6). Many interesting displays are worth seeing, and I would definitely recommend visiting this place.

Fabulous museum. Excellent presentation of the historical path leading to WW2 and the subsequent events, not only in Europe but across the world. Balanced and even handed treatment of the role played by all sides (good and bad). Good blend of objects, images, videos and textual explanation. Perfect closure to a few days visiting the historical sites of the area. Highly recommended.

This is “THE” Normandy to take. Private tour with our wonderful guide Lena. Very knowledgeable and so informative. If you don’t want headphones and don’t want to read every placard this is the best way to get the Normandy experience. Even if you are not a WWII buff or into WWII history you will really enjoy this tour. I highly recommend it.

A pure and epic monument to the battle of Normandy and more. If you're travelling to or through Caen, this is a must see for all. Beautiful grounds, incredible memorials and history.

Good museum, you can spend alot of time here if you to know every detail of the war. Information, photos and displayed items also a 360 cinema

Mario (our guide) was so informative, funny and knowledgeable! He really made our trip memorable! And our driver (Leonie) was always on time and had the bus ready for us! She even had water waiting for us!

Not much of a castle but mostly ruins and some wall and courtyard structures still standing along with some minarets. A nice place for a hangout and picnic during the nice weather! This was a quick visit and free as well.

Inside, there are several playgrounds for children and a nice park with benches where you can relax and rest. Within the walls, you’ll also find a café and a museum, and you can walk along the entire rampart. From the tower, you can enjoy a wonderful view of Caen from above.

A wonderful experience which is free. The castle grounds are extensive and the view from the towers is spectacular. There are several art installations in the grounds including a Rodin. A good shop and also a nice restaurant

This historic site is really interesting with it having a medieval castle ( with its walls still being mostly intact) and a museum to look around. I really enjoyed looking around and being able to have a first person experience with one of Caens most historic landmarks. The views of the city below are beautiful with you being able to see miles in every direction. Would definitely recommend for lovers of history.

I don't know who was in charge of placing the museum entrance to the other side of the main building where you can't find it, not too smart. I mean seriously how much income are you losing because you're hiding THE FRONT DOOR!? I was ready to buy a ticket when I entered the building that looks like it should be the entrance to the museum, but I was abruptly brushed off with "Go to the other entrance on the other side." I looked for it, I could not find it. So I kept my money in my pocket and look at all the ancient buildings and the un-celebrated RODIN modestly hanging out by the path. I had just paid a lot to see his creations at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris and it was awesome to see Rodin's Working Man sculpture right there out in the open. The 2000 year old buildings were great and the many benches and wide Open spaces were relaxing as a public park. Mid afternoon, there was a cafe but it wasn't open. If I were the Mairie of Caen paying these people, I wouldn't. Their incompetence and lack of people skills is costing money that you could use to pay better employees.

Large castle on a hill in the centre of the city. Nice to walk around (free entry and open until 22:30). There are some museums inside as well.

Was really surprised we were able to access the castle at anytime, it is a beautiful place to wander around and look over the city from atop the walls! Well looked after, great stop when in Caen!