Troarn

Troarn

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownTroarn
Insee code14712
Postcode14670
Latitude49.1814589
Longitude-0.1819470
AltitudeFrom 2 to 61 meters
Surface11.53 km²
Population3784 inhabitants
Density328 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelSaint-Samson at 1.6 km
Chief townCaen (at 15.8 km, 18 min)Saint-Pair at 1.7 km
DepartmentCalvadosBures-sur-Dives at 2.1 km
RegionLower NormandySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Location: town board, the plain of Caen, the regional capital, the center of the marsh area of the Valley of the Dives. Porte du Pays d'Auge.

The history dates back to 1022 Troarn with Roger Montgomeri who built the first of a college. Succeeding his father, Roger 2nd from Montgomeri summoned monks from the abbey of Conches (Eure) and founded the Benedictine abbey St Martin in 1048 on the site of the former. The church was dedicated May 13, 1059 by Odo of Conteville, bishop of Bayeux, half brother of William says "The Bastard". The monk will Durand was appointed the first abbot. Roger second of Montgomeri (a descendant of this famous family had to participate in the liberation of Normandy in 1944) was Mabile Bellême wife who died tragically murdered in Bures-sur-Dives in his mansion. She was buried in the abbey of St. Martin Troarn. Religious wars in 1562 and the Revolution of 1789 destroyed the abbey whose property was confiscated, sold and scattered. Troarn had to endure the war of 1914-1918 before the German occupation of World War II. Devastated during the Battle of Normandy, she was released August 17, 1944. Since its reconstruction, Troarn experiencing considerable population growth.

The Tomb of Sir Hugh: The sarcophagus is richly carved and fitted with a long commemorative inscription, is one of very few examples of funerary sculpture Romanesque Norman survived until today. It was discovered in 1909 in a location corresponding to the transept of the abbey of Saint-Martin Troarn. This could be a knight Hugues de Montgomeri, brother of Roger II, founder of the Abbey of Saint-Martin. It would therefore predates the year 1040.


SIGHTSEEING

The remains of the abbey of Saint Martin in the 11th century (visible from the outside only).

The Romanesque Revival church was rebuilt in 1890 and restored after the war (especially the bell tower).

The tomb of Sir Hugh (eleventh century).

The old town hall which dates back to the years 1830-1848 where the headquarters Office of Tourism.

The Marshes of Dives.

The building of the clock, the former hospital founded in 1748 with its chapel and grotto of Lourdes.

Leaflets and documents on these monuments and the history of Troarn are available at the Tourist Office or at local access.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Troarn
MonumentsAbbey Saint-Martin

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Painting exhibitions, theater shows, bicycle races, pétanque ...

In September: Holy Cross Day.

September: Heritage Days.

In October, stock clothing, the village hall.

December: Christmas market, Place Paul Quellec and ballroom.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Marsh Road.

Footpaths around Troarn.

ATV excursions.

The house of the Marais Goustranville.

Ponds Janville (trout fishing).

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Riding lessons in the countrysideNature and the outdoors20 €Argences (5.7 km)
Kitesurfing lessonsSports sensations150 €Ouistreham (12.1 km)
Build and fly a kiteEntertainmentFrom 9 € to 18 €Ouistreham (18.3 km)
Tour and tasting in a Norman vineyardLocal flavours6 €Vendeuvre (22 km)

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PHOTOS
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Bénouville
Le Manoir d'Hastings invites you to discover its gourmet. Housed in the former priory of the property, this property offers you savor à la carte menu or all the flavors of the culinary...
Located 10 km from Troarn43 € per person 
Campanile Caen Nord  
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Hérouville-Saint-Clair
Welcome to Campanile Caen, 'City of a hundred spiers'. The hotel welcomes you in a warm atmosphere and offers an interior with more contemporary lines. Luminous space, tables and chairs...
Located 10.7 km from Troarn19 € per person 
La Mare ô Poissons  
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Ouistreham
'On the deserted beach and shellfish ...' We all remember this song from BB ... The restaurant La Mare ô Poissons in Ouistreham, offers up your tray of seafood as you wish ... and your...
Located 11.6 km from Troarn54 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Ancienne Ferme villeroy    
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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...
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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....
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Les Kiwis    
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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 14.4 km from Troarn58 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Les gîtes du Centre Equestre du Mesnil  
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Two beautiful apartments (4 and 5 places), modern and comfortable, in an old stone farmhouse in the middle of an equestrian center. Large private terrace, large garden. Riding lessons...
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Le Ham  
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Farm with traditional all animals, 100 hectares, located in the reserve of migratory birds, with passage of birds.
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L'Herbage  
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Farm with traditional all animals, 100 hectares, located in the reserve of migratory birds, with passage of birds.
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Bénouville
Camping located in the heart of the landing sites (beaches, museums, cemeteries), 10 km from Caen and 2.5 km from the sea and the beach and with direct access to the Caen Canal. Family...
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Located between Deauville and Cabourg camping bellevue and his team welcome you in a warm atmosphere of a family site, quiet and raised to 2 km long sandy beach.
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HOTELS
Le Clos Normand     
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Troarn
Situated in the small, pretty town of Troarn just 8 km from the sea, Le Clos Normand offers free Wi-Fi, free private parking on site and comfortable accommodation. Guest rooms are cosy...
Located in TroarnRoom from 66 €
La Grande Bruyere     
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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....
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Ma Normandie    
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Ma Normandie is located 6 kilometres from the coast in the Normandy village of Bas De Bréville. It offers Wi-Fi in reception and guest rooms with private bathrooms. Guests of the Ma...
Located 7.7 km from TroarnRoom from 31 €

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