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The Abbaye-aux-Hommes is an architectural masterpiece of medieval and 18th century art. Founded in 1063 by the Duke of Normandy, William the Conqueror, and still housing his tomb, it was consecrated in 1077.
The convent buildings, rebuilt in the 18th century, house the headquarters of the Caen City Hall, one of the most beautiful in France. Take advantage of the visit to admire its prestigious places such as the cloister or the Guard Room.
Guided tour from Monday to Friday (except public holidays). Free visit every day.
Further information
- Free tour
Tourism & Handicap
- Hearing handicap
- Mental handicap
Medias
Capacity
- Bus parking
- Group: 30 people maximum
Opening
| Du Thursday 02 January 2025 au Friday 07 February 2025 | |
| Monday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Friday | Open from 9h to 17h |
| Du Saturday 08 February 2025 au Sunday 23 February 2025 | |
| Monday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Friday | Open from 9h to 17h |
| Saturday | Open from 9h30 to 13h and from 14h to 18h |
| Sunday | Open from 9h30 to 13h and from 14h to 18h |
Ouvert les jours fériés de 9h30 à 13h et de 14h à 18h.
| Du Monday 24 February 2025 au Sunday 30 March 2025 | |
| Monday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Friday | Open from 9h to 17h |
Ouvert les jours fériés de 9h30 à 13h et de 14h à 18h.
| Du Monday 31 March 2025 au Saturday 31 May 2025 | |
| Monday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h to 18h |
| Friday | Open from 9h to 17h |
| Saturday | Open from 9h30 to 13h and from 14h to 18h |
| Sunday | Open from 9h30 to 13h and from 14h to 18h |
Ouvert les jours fériés de 9h30 à 13h et de 14h à 18h.
| Du Sunday 01 June 2025 au Sunday 31 August 2025 | |
| Monday | Open from 9h to 19h |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h to 19h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h to 19h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h to 19h |
| Friday | Open from 9h to 19h |
| Saturday | Open from 9h30 to 19h |
| Sunday | Open from 9h30 to 19h |
Ouvert les jours fériés de 9h30 à 19h.
Prices
| Price | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Base rate - full rate adultCircuit découverte : 6€ / 4€ hors période d'exposition temporaire. | 4€ | 6€ |
| Base rate - full rate adultVisite guidée "Un patrimoine d'exception" : 9€ / 7€ hors période d'exposition temporaire. | 7€ | 9€ |
| Base rate - full rate adultVisite guidée "Voyages à travers des siècles d'Histoire" : 10€ / 9€ (tarif réduit : étudiant, carte famille nombreuse, pass Education) - 7€ / 6€ hors période d'exposition temporaire. | 9€ | 10€ |
| Other group rateTarifs groupes libre, variable selon exposition temporaire | 3€ | 4,50€ |
| Rate for adult groupTarifs groupe visite libre, variables selon durée et exposition temporaire ou non | 4,50€ | 7€ |
Proposed services
Equipments
- Paid parking
- Toilets
Services
- Shop
- Bicycle parking
- Free WIFI