Top Things to do in Calvados
10 Castles in Calvados That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Calvados, France including Chateau de Vaucelles, Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant, Chateau de Saint-Germain-de-Livet, Chateau de Caen, Chateau d'Outrelaise, Chateau de Creully, Chateau de Fontaine-Henry, Chateau de Boutemont, Villa Strassburger, Chateau de Lantheuil.
Restaurants in Calvados
1. Chateau de Vaucelles
2. Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 826 reviews
The birthplace of William the Conqueror. Its restoration campaign now complete, this exceptional castle with its three keeps, walls and towers overlooks the city of Falaise. Discover this amazing fortification built by the first dukes of Normandy, later expanded by William's descendants and completed by King Philip-Augustus of France. Meet the great characters who shaped the Anglo-Norman territories and follow the epic stories that feature this mighty fortress. You will discover all the aspects of this ducal and royal castle through screenings of videos, recreated furniture, augmented reality and 3D objects on digital tablets. This is altogether a more complete, a more immersive and a more intense experience at the heart of the castle when dukes of Normandy and kings of England were rulers of the land. Prices: ADULTS: 8,50€ ADULT CONCESSIONS - STUDENTS: 6€ CHILDREN (6 to 16): 4€ (free under 6) FAMILY PASS: 21€ (2 adults and 1 child, all other children are free, 6 children max.)
Reviewed By CoupeColonel - Saumur, France
Having come here over 30 years ago it has changed a bit although the central feature of the ruined chateau with modern replacements for the missing bits remains as fascinating as ever. Enhanced with virtual reality views of the interiors and some very good short explanations of the characters and history involved I thought it was great. So did my 7 year old who rushed ahead to look at each room. Even my wife liked it!
3. Chateau de Saint-Germain-de-Livet
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By kirkgirl - Ireland, null
A beautiful chateau, tucked away from the main roads. It was very quiet due to Covid 19 but it was nice to see it without alot of other people around. The accompanying information leaflet gave us plenty of background on the history and room by room inside. If nothing else the gardens are gorgeous to walk around on a sunny day - there are also a couple of beautiful peacocks and lovely to see all the ducks and swans in and around the moat. A very nice place to visit.
4. Chateau de Caen
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 653 reviews
Reviewed By Skirt_H - Brussels, Belgium
Nice, large castle down-town. Lots to do in the walls, and well maintained. Could have spent hours there.
5. Chateau d'Outrelaise
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
6. Chateau de Creully
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By 247andyd - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
The chateau is closed in September but Stephanie agreed to open especially as there were more than 10 of us. It's not a huge place but a lot of history and a great way to spend a couple of hours. Can't understand why there isn't more publicity for the BBC radio connection. Very interesting. Excellent guided tour in English Thank you Stephanie.
7. Chateau de Fontaine-Henry
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 94 reviews
The Chateau of Fontaine-Henry is a Renaissance style chateau, located in the little village of Fontaine-Henry near Caen : it is a little treasure of Normandy. Guided tours of the inside of the castle are provided as well as a walk around the gardens where you can also visit the chapel and the gothic rooms.
Reviewed By olivia_dlc - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Magical, underrated site! The castle has really a uniquely Gothic ornamented architecture of old Norman style (XIIth s) and has never been sold nor suffered irreversible destruction during Revolution nor WWII. It now belongs to a descendant of the original builders via a Scottish-Norman branch. Several masters’ works of art in site. Interior in good state. Definitely recommend if you are in the area of Bayeux. Peaceful park with peacocks. Recommend to see the 10’ film available in English in the Chapel. Several games and animations for kids.
8. Chateau de Boutemont
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 30 reviews
Chateau du XVI et Jardins Remaquables ouverts d'avril à septembre. Les jours et horaires d'ouvertures seront indiqués ultérieurement.
9. Villa Strassburger
10. Chateau de Lantheuil
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 25 reviews
The chateau of Lantheuil, built around 1613 by Antoine Turgot of Saint-Clair is Louis XIII style and listed as a Historic Monument since 1931. The historic salons contain an exceptional collection of period furniture and portraits, works of art and archival documents relating to the various Turgot branches. The Second World War did not completely spare the castle which was requisitioned by the German army from 1941 to 1944. Unpublished stories written by members of the family and witnesses of the time will fascinate historians and amateurs. Ysabel de Naurois Turgot, descendant of Turgot will be happy to welcome you and make you visit the Gardens and the historic lounges of the castle. Come to observe the nature, a specialized guide in cynegetic management will take you in our 4x4 to make the tour of the Domain. You will see pheasants, perhaps deer and traces of wild boar. Private events on request: Game shooting, clay pigeon shooting, gala dinners, private receptions
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