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Aquarium Vivarium de Trouville 600m2 of exhibition floor space. Over 70 tanks representing sea life from around the world. Also animals and insects from the rainforests around the world. There is also a gift shop. Festyland Leisure park for all ages. There are rides for smaller children and families. A Viking battle is held every day in July and August. Free parking. Souvenir shop and a variety of restaurants. Zoo Cerza This zoo has the animals in their natural environment. Over 50 hectares of enclosures. Great observation points allow the visitor to observe the lions and other large cats. A mini-train is available to take you on a tour of the zoo. Free parking, restaurants, take-aways and a souvenir shop. Zoo Jurques Zoo set in 10 hectares of land. Many species of animals and you can watch as the animals are fed. Bayeux Tapestry The Bayeux Tapestry tells the story of the Norman Conquest. It is over 900 years old and is 70 metres long with 58 different episodes. Château de Henry Fontaine 13th Century Château which has been preserved as a family home. Architectural styles are Gothic, Renaissance and Neoclassical. A magnificent collection of Renaissance paintings, porcelain and furniture are on display. Musée de Normandie This museum opened to the public in 1963 and focuses its collections on the following: the History of Normandy, archeology and ethnography. Château de Creully Château de Creully became a VIP overnight House during WWII after Montgomery captured it. The château can be visited by private arrangements. Close by is Creully castle which is another fascinating place to visit. Naturospace Opened in 1999, Naturoscope is 800m² of tropical paradise. The temperature is controlled at 28 degrees and the visitor can stroll the 200 metres of paths whilst admiring the tropical plants. There are also over 50 species of butterflies in Naturoscope. Calvados Père Magloire Guided visits of the calvados museum with tastings available. Discover all there is to know about apple brandy (calvados) and its associated craft. Musee du Debarquement The museum has a mission to tell younger generations about the events of 6th June 1944. The museum was created in 1953 and is built on the site of the artificial harbour. Guided tours are available in English and German. A visit lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes. Souvenir gift shop at the museum. Le Mémorial de Caen The Caen Memorial was born out of an idea to create a place reflecting on world wars. The museum places the emphasis on emotions of war. There is a park where you can stroll around. Interactive data terminals. Video and book shop. Restaurant, bar and giftshop. Free Parking. Around half a million visitors each year. Musée de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale Small museum dedicated to the second world war. Displays of miliatary weapons and uniforms. |
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