

Château d'Ivry-la-Bataille
Ivry-la-Bataille
Normandy's oldest stone castle sits in atmospheric ruins above Ivry-la-Bataille, where you can wander through crumbling medieval chambers and drink in valley views. A steep climb rewards with quiet picnic spots and sublime stonework.
Ruined castle hike
Moderate difficulty trail
Historic stone ruins
Scenic valley views
Tips
🏰"oldest stone built castle in Normandy"
📸"ideal for amateur astro photographers"
⛰️steep 500-meter climb to reach the ruins
Château d'Ivry-la-Bataille
Ivry-la-Bataille


Normandy's oldest stone castle sits in atmospheric ruins above Ivry-la-Bataille, where you can wander through crumbling medieval chambers and drink in valley views. A steep climb rewards with quiet picnic spots and sublime stonework.
Ruined castle hike
Moderate difficulty trail
Historic stone ruins
Scenic valley views
Tips
🏰"oldest stone built castle in Normandy"
📸"ideal for amateur astro photographers"
⛰️steep 500-meter climb to reach the ruins