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- Be humbled by the landing beaches. In 1944, thousands of soldiers from the United States, Britain and other nations landed in Calvados to liberate Europe.
- 1,000 years of history in Bayeux. A medieval city preserved from the bombings during the war, the small town of Bayeux is home to several treasures not to be missed.
- Falaise and the castle of William the Conqueror. It is in Falaise that you will find the imposing castle where William the Conqueror was born. Cradle of the Anglo-Norman dynasty, this building invites the visitor to go back in time and admire the castle as it existed in the 11th, 12th and 13th centuries using touchscreen tablets.
- Honfleur, the postcard of Normandy. “Like no other port”: this is Honfleur, an essential stopover for any visit to Normandy. Its charm is undeniable, with its old port surrounded by narrow, high houses and its Sainte-Catherine church built entirely of wood.
Calvados is both a place and a drink. It is a department that lies in the heart of Normandy and includes amongst its many jewels the pretty harbour town of Honfleur, swanky Deauville, and the port town of Caen, capital of Calvados as well as William the conqueror’s last home town.
Calvados places to visit and attractions. Below you can explore some of the most popular highlights and places of interest in the Calvados department of Normandy. See also our Calvados travel guide.
Situated in Lower Normandy, Calvados is characterised by the pretty countryside of the Pays d’Auge with its apple orchards and half-timbered houses, some of which have thatched roofs, known as ‘colombage’.
Visit Calvados (Normandy, France) Book hotels, flights, car hire. Rich in both history and natural beauty, Calvados is home to the Normandy landing beaches and the Bayeux tapestry, several very popular coastal resorts and lovely countryside. A perfect region for relaxing - or exploring!
Calvados is one of the most popular tourist areas in France thanks to its well-known and prestigious seaside resorts, it’s lovely fertile countryside, castles, historic association with William the Conqueror and much more.
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Jul 9, 2018 · As the birthplace of William the Conqueror, Calvados is a veritable shrine to the warrior king. Start with a visit to Falaise Castle, where he was born, before heading to Caen, the seat of his mighty Duchy and home to the Château Ducal. The medieval fortress now houses the Musée des Beaux-Arts and the Musée de Normandie. While you’re there ...
