Bayeux

Bayeux

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Bayeux
Insee code	14047
Postcode	14400
Latitude	49.2764370
Longitude	-0.7031400
Altitude	From 32 to 67 meters
Surface	7.11 km²
Population	13702 inhabitants
Density	1927 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National label			Saint-Vigor-le-Grand at 1.1 km
Chief town	Caen (at 33 km, 30 min)		Saint-Loup-Hors at 1.5 km
Department	Calvados		Saint-Martin-des-Entrées at 2.4 km
Region	Lower Normandy		Search another town

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Bayeux, heritage alive

Bayeux, "city in the country" capital of the Normandy landing beaches, located in the heart of an agricultural area known for the natural environment preserved, Norman is a city unique heritage exceptionally preserved.

Summer 1944: the reconquest of freedom

The name is parallel Bayeux become inseparable from another major page in the history of Europe, during which his fate has played from June to August 1944. Bayeux, capital of the landing beaches which houses on its soil moving the British military cemetery, naturally seeks to account for these events and their implications, through the Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy tribute to men of all nations who fought for the triumph of freedom. The memorial is the war is a natural extension.

The charm of a city preserved

Released as free of these titanic battles, Bayeux conceals a multitude of treasures. She is known for his creations in the fields of lace or porcelain and important collection of works of art that contains the Musée Baron Gérard. Museum of Art devoted to the history of the city, it is also dedicated to the enhancement of the architectural heritage of the city, which serves as a framework, throughout the year, many animations.

Tapestry Bayeux: a masterpiece unique in the world

Bayeux is justly renowned worldwide for its famous Tapestry, a masterpiece of Romanesque art from the 11th century. This amazing wool embroidery on linen tells on seventy meters long, the extraordinary saga of William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy and his accession to the throne of England in 1066. It is kept in the box that is the Museum of Tapestry Bayeux.

Be amazed by the richness and charm of Bayeux through channels free visit or as part of guided tours offered by the Museum. You are revealed all the secrets of a cathedral with Romanesque and Gothic styles intimately intermingled and whose treasure housed for eight centuries Tapestry Bayeux. Let yourself be drawn into the intimacy of the narrow streets of the medieval city where houses with wood sides and manors of the fourteenth, 15th and 16th centuries, elegant mansions and large homes, convents from the 17th and 18th centuries, punctuated with pleasant walks Over time designed for individual visitors, family or group with a home specifically designed for school groups of all ages.

The medieval festival Bayeux: the first weekend of July.

Calvados Rock: Rock Music weekend every year in early August.

The grand prize of war reporters: every year in October.

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Tympanum of the portal of the cathedral of Bayeux		Gothic Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux (1077)
Bayeux Cathedral		Cathedral, the nave, the choir and its aisles
Cathedral, stained glass windows on the south transept a stone lace		Cathedral, Table Hersant of de Ronceray (1636)
Cathedral, entrance to the crypt of the 11th century		Crypt of the Cathedral of the 11th century
Cathedral, 15th century frescoes		Crypt, recumbent statue of a Canon (fifteenth century)
crypt, tomb of a Knight of the Order of the Hospitallers		historiated capitals of the crypt of the 11th century
Cathedral, stained glass from the 13th century		Cathedral altar dedicated to St Eloi, 15th century paintings
Cathedral, these windows are due to Escoffier (1873)		Cathedral, stained glass Thévenot (1847)
Bayeux, one of the first French towns liberated in juin1944		High in the glory of the 13,000 British soldiers died Bayeux
English Cemetery Bayeux - 13,000 graves		June 7, 1944, released by the troops Bayeux English
Bayeux - Sherman tank		Tank German Panzer 75

Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 11°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 5°C - Max. 10°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 5°C - Max. 10°C

Le Pommier   7.2 Bayeux Le Pommier opens its doors in the heart of the capital of the Bessin. In a relaxed and refined, room or terrace for sunny days, warmly welcome you Lhuillerie spouses. Working with small... Located in Bayeux 44 € per person

L'Adresse   9.2 Bayeux Located in Bayeux, the capital of the Bessin, in the heart of the medieval city, near the cathedral and the tapestry, the restaurant's address is open from Monday noon (closed on Monday... Located in Bayeux From 10 € to 30 € per person

Le Lion d'Or   8.7 Bayeux Housed in a former coaching inn dating from the 18th century, Le Lion d'Or invites you to relax in the peaceful atmosphere of the old town of Bayeux, a few steps from the famous tapestry.... Located in Bayeux 54 € per person

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Manoir Sainte Victoire     10 Bayeux The Manor-house Sainte Victoire welcomes you throughout the year in the heart Medieval Bayeux. In this 15th and 17th century dwelling you are sure to find peace and calm. Its charming... Located in Bayeux 89 € the double room

Le Petit Matin   Bayeux New adventure for the rooms and breakfast the morning, a new address, a home more spacious and more comfortable in front of the Place Charles de Gaulle. 4 bedrooms on the first floor... Located in Bayeux From 80 € to 90 € the double room

La Ferme Manoir Saint Barthélemy     9.4   SPECIAL OFFER Bayeux La Ferme Manoir Saint Barthélemy offers a magnificent site of the sixteenth character in a historical view of the Abbey of Mondaye. Authentic and calm. Recommended by Gites de France... Located in Bayeux 68 € the double room

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Gites au moulin de la fosse soucy   9.7 Maisons - At the center of the landing beaches in Normandy, 2 lodgings in an old mill for 4/8 or 2 lodgings together with connecting door for 12/14 people. A 3 km from the sea and the harbor... Located 6.7 km from Bayeux From 460 € to 620 € per week

Gîte de l' Aubainerie   8.4 Étréham Hire very pleasant, quiet, close to the sea (15 min).. Ideal location with friends, fairly spacious with private garden. Simple and stylish interior. Ideal location for those seeking... Located 7.9 km from Bayeux From 280 € to 480 € per week

Le vallon   9.8 Arromanches-les-Bains 'The Valley' is a detached house built in 2010, private property of 3500 m ². Labeled 'Gîte de France' 3 stars, comfortable, quiet, secure, 'The Valley' is 400 meters from the beach... Located 8.7 km from Bayeux From 390 € to 640 € per week

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Château de Martragny   Martragny Camping 4 star family 160 pitches, 4 tents lodge, two cottages and 5 guest rooms in the castle. Pool, tennis and playground for children. The bar & brasserie, the grocery store and... Located 8 km from Bayeux

Aire naturelle du Moulin Foulon    8.9 Noron-la-Poterie Open from 01/06 to 31/08. Camping in the wilderness, calm and welcoming. Near Bayeux and the landing beaches. Located 8.9 km from Bayeux 14 € per day

Camping la roseraie d'omaha     8.7 Surrain Located in the heart of Omaha landing beaches, camping in Normandie. Le indulge in the heated indoor pool, Located 12.9 km from Bayeux From 15.90 € to 18.50 € per day

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Hôtel Le Bayeux      8.5 Bayeux Hotel Le Bayeux is located in the historic centre of Bayeux in the Lower Normandy region. It offers en suite accommodation with free Wi-Fi internet access. Rooms at Hotel Le Bayeux... Located in Bayeux Room from 50 €

Château de Bellefontaine      8.7 Bayeux Located 800 metres from central Bayeux and its cathedral, this 18th-century mansion offers elegant guest rooms. The park has a tennis court and a pond, and is planted with 200-year-old... Located in Bayeux Room from 65 €

Le Lion D'or      8.4 Bayeux This former 18th-century post office is now a charming hotel located in one of Bayeux’s oldest quarters. It offers 24-hour reception and is just 400 metres from the Bayeux Tapestry... Located in Bayeux Room from 79 €

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