Caen Castle — Attraction in Caen

I don't know who was in charge of placing the museum entrance to the other side of the main building where you can't find it, not too smart. I mean seriously how much income are you losing because you're hiding THE FRONT DOOR!? I was ready to buy a ticket when I entered the building that looks like it should be the entrance to the museum, but I was abruptly brushed off with "Go to the other entrance on the other side." I looked for it, I could not find it. So I kept my money in my pocket and look at all the ancient buildings and the un-celebrated RODIN modestly hanging out by the path. I had just paid a lot to see his creations at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris and it was awesome to see Rodin's Working Man sculpture right there out in the open. The 2000 year old buildings were great and the many benches and wide Open spaces were relaxing as a public park. Mid afternoon, there was a cafe but it wasn't open. If I were the Mairie of Caen paying these people, I wouldn't. Their incompetence and lack of people skills is costing money that you could use to pay ...

Don't miss this stunning very well preserved castle of medieval age. It is amzingly well placed in the heart of Caen on an uphill. You should climb the easy fortifications and have walk on the ramps and have a 360° view of the city. You will be able to see the nearby Cathedrale Saint Pierre, The Church Saint Jean, The church Saint Sauveur, L'abbaye aux Hommes (aka Cathedrale Saint Etienne), l'abbaye aux dames (aka Saint Gilles or Eglise de la trinité) and a number of other cathedrals and churches and this historically very influent stronghold of Catholicism.

A brief history background should be googled,

The castle was built c. 1060 by William the Conqueror (William of Normandy), who successfully conquered England in 1066. His son Henry I then built the Saint George's church, a keep (1123) and a large hall for...

This Castle was home to William the Conqueror before William Conquered England. Here in the heart of Caen, which is the heart of Normandy and only a short walk from the train station, this is a very accesible and easy fortress to explore.

It's a public park, no tickets and very kid friendly. There is a playground to the left, right when you walk in, across from the museum of Beaux Arts. The grounds are sprawling and there are three seperate walls and stairs to explore. Even as an adult this was fun, so to a child it must be amazing!

The views from the top of the walls are great and far reaching. The top of the buildings and French architecture is beautiful.

This is an easy adventuresome place for families and people and tourists to...