Saint-Samson

Saint-Samson

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Origin of the name of the patron saint (485-565), evangelizing the 6th century bishop of Dol.

Born into an ancient human settlement set on a hill surrounded by marshland, Saint-Samson was already legally qualified town in the 11th century. In the Middle Ages, was the fief of Raoul de Saint Samson, sir, companion of William the Conqueror at Hastings in 1066. Over the centuries, several other nobles divided the land, the village and the church, but it was especially Abbey Troarn which remained the main beneficiary. Since the 14th century and throughout the former regime, the reclamation of the marsh allowed to increase significantly the cattle and sheep but this was mostly in the 19th and 20th century that the general drainage of the lower valley the Dives Saint-Samson to bring some prosperity. Prosperity, with ups, downs and also misery for farm workers, lasted until the 1970s. The last war did not spare Saint-Samson and its inhabitants, its strategic location at the crossing of the Dives and marshes that had been fortified by the Germans, he received a near-total destruction June 6, 1944 during the explosion of his superb Bridge to the 17th century.

Below the church and City Hall that extends through the marsh levees winding of Dives and Muance.

• The church: the church of the 17th century style blends classical, baroque and neo-Romanesque. It is especially remarkable for its belfry-porch and octagonal lantern. Inside, in ch? Heart and the nave in perfect harmony, it is especially a stall and a Virgin and Child in polished wood of the 18th century, a living organ and three altars Saint Sulpician late 19th century.
• City Council: City Hall has been installed in the former rectory, it was built in the late 18th and early 19th century. It is classical influence and was built from a standard time in this region. We can observe the 16th Louis pilasters and pediments adorning the portal and the dormer roof.
• The view of the marsh
• Castle Gassard (private property)
• The manor of the Bush (private property)
• The bird sanctuary

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 6°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 10°C

Le Manoir d'Hastinhs  SPECIAL OFFER Bénouville The restaurant is open daily except Sunday evening, Monday and Wednesday, but with the exception for group reservation and public holiday. The restaurant menus are from 28 € for lunch... Located 10.9 km from Saint-Samson From 25 € to 45 € per person

Persepolis Caen Enjoy the hospitality of Iranian. At your leisure and your parties. You will be welcomed with a smile in a warm decor Iran. And a friendly family atmosphere. Located 14.6 km from Saint-Samson From 10 € to 25 € per person

1900   9.5 Houlgate Come discover the 1900's, his restaurant is a unique place on the Normandy coast, its Belle Epoque style decor will transport you in time, located in downtown Houlgate come to taste... Located 14.6 km from Saint-Samson From 15 € to 35 € per person

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Ancienne Ferme villeroy     9.4 Cuverville At 7 km from Caen and 10 km from the sea, 3 lovely rooms(TV, Wi-FI, ...)... In a very old farm, a historic place from the battle of Normandy (goodwood)... Free acces to a private museum... Located 7.6 km from Saint-Samson From 55 € to 65 € the double room

Domaine de la Hurel 4 * * * *     10 Airan At the edge of Pays d'Auge; heart of William the Conqueror's battles site, between Caen and Crèvecoeur en Auge, la Hurel offers accomodation in the five rooms of its 18th century estate.... Located 11.5 km from Saint-Samson 85 € the double room

Les Kiwis     9.4 Épron Near Caen, these harmonious bedrooms are tastefully decorated. You will enjoy the very nice garden. Nearly is the Caen Memorial and the Landing beaches. Special prices after 4 nights.... Located 15.8 km from Saint-Samson 55 € the double room

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Gîte à Thème, Plages de Cabourg à 20 min Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger The press release not... Invents his first theme houses! Tastefully decorated, access to our park with barbecue and garden furniture available, more freedom (kitchenette equipped with... Located 5 km from Saint-Samson 575 € per week

Gîte de charme en Normandie Bréville-les-Monts Farm holidays in a charming cottage in Normandy. Ideally located 13 km from Caen and 5 minutes from the sea, we welcome you in our house before a small fire in the fireplace (on request)... Located 7.8 km from Saint-Samson From 450 € to 650 € per week

Le Ham Hotot-en-Auge Farm with traditional all animals, 100 hectares, located in the reserve of migratory birds, with passage of birds. Located 7.9 km from Saint-Samson From 650 € to 1400 € per week

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Camping du prieure (calvados)   Bavent The campsite of the Priory is situated in the Calvados Bavent. It is 8 km from the beaches of Franceville, and Cabourg Ouistreham, 12 km from Caen and 25 km from Deauville. Located 5.6 km from Saint-Samson

Camping les ammonites     8.8 Auberville Situated on the cliffs of black cows with sea view between Deauville and Cabourg. Located 16.3 km from Saint-Samson

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La Grande Bruyere      6.8 Touffréville This hotel is located inland the Lower-Normandy region, 15 km from Cabour and the D-Day beaches. It has an outdoor swimming pool with terrace, and soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi.... Located 3.9 km from Saint-Samson Room from 87 €

Premiere Classe Caen Est - Mondeville     7.3 Mondeville Located 10 min away from the city centre and 15 min away from the beach, the Première Classe hotel offers all the comfort of furnished rooms at good value rates. The rooms for 1, 2... Located 10.3 km from Saint-Samson Room from 29 €

Quick Palace Caen     6.7 Mondeville Quick Palace Caen offers spacious, low-cost rooms with free Wi-Fi access. It is located in Mondeville, 550 metres from Mondeville 2 shopping centre and 3km from Caen city centre. Each... Located 10.5 km from Saint-Samson Room from 35 €

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