History Exhibition
History ExhibitionAbbaye aux Dames de Caen
Caen
Matilda of Flanders built this 11th-century abbey to appease a pope and save her marriage to William the Conqueror. Walk through vaulted stone halls, trace medieval murals, and climb to the gardens for views over Caen.
11th century abbey
Matilda of Flanders
Free to enter
Peaceful reflection spot
Tips
🪟"Modern stained glass at the east end; glorious ancient building"
🌳climb up for city views under the old cedar tree
🎨check for rotating art exhibitions inside
Abbaye aux Dames de Caen
CaenOpens Friday at 8:00 AM
History ExhibitionHistory ExhibitionMatilda of Flanders built this 11th-century abbey to appease a pope and save her marriage to William the Conqueror. Walk through vaulted stone halls, trace medieval murals, and climb to the gardens for views over Caen.
11th century abbey
Matilda of Flanders
Free to enter
Peaceful reflection spot
Tips
🪟"Modern stained glass at the east end; glorious ancient building"
🌳climb up for city views under the old cedar tree
🎨check for rotating art exhibitions inside