Bayeux is a remarkable city from many points of view. Proudly located on the course of the Aure, less than 10km from the Channel, it shines with its historical aspect and the quality of conservation of its heritage. If Bayeux is a privileged city for tourists from Ile de France, it actually welcomes travelers from all over the world, if only for its importance in the Battle of Normandy and more generally in the history of the second world War. Its history is not limited to its warrior history and this beautiful city offers a wide variety of places to visit. Our concierge service in Bayeux, a specialist in the management of seasonal rentals in this sector, invites you to discover 5 must-see places during your stay in one of our Airbnb rentals.
1 - Discover the Bayeux tapestry museum
At the first place on this list, our concierge in Bayeux wishes to place the Bayeux tapestry museum. This is an integral part of the Bayeux Museum, a grouping of 3 emblematic museums of the city. The tapestry it houses, registered in the Memory of the World register by UNESCO and created in the 11th Century, is quite simply unique. This particularly famous tapestry traces the history of the Duke of Normandy, William (who would later become William the Conqueror) during his conquest of England in 1066. They are therefore nearly 70m long (68,30m to be exact) for 70cm high which retrace the history of this conquest almost 1000 years ago in a narrative journey made of embroidery on a linen fabric made up of 9 panels. This Tapestry formerly called "Telle du Conquest" and today nicknamed "Queen Mathilde's Tapestry" can be admired directly at the Bayeux museum. More information on the Bayeux Museum website.
2 - Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral
Bayeux Cathedral is certainly the emblematic building of the city, appearing on many websites, photos or postcards when it comes to evoking the city of Bayeux. It has therefore not stolen its place on this list of the 5 must-see and Bayeux and for good reason. This building, the result of more than 4 centuries of work, between the 10th and 18th centuries is attached to the Diocese of Bayeux-et-Lisieux. Mainly in Gothic Romanesque style, the visit of its interior will not leave you unmoved, as will the tour outside. Guided tours are offered mainly during the summer season allowing you to learn about the thousand and one stories about this historic monument. The reception area is also open every day except Monday from XNUMX a.m. to XNUMX p.m., to allow you a good range of organization for the visits. The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Bayeux is therefore a must-see place that you shouldn't miss!
3 - Browse the British Military Cemetery
Bayeux British Military Cemetery is the largest British cemetery in France. If her visit is in no way festive, she will guide you through part of the history of the Second World War. Perfectly maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, this cemetery accommodates the bodies of soldiers from surrounding areas. The battles were not so hard in Bayeux itself, but the bodies of the soldiers were brought to this cemetery from the neighboring regions, going as far as Sword Beach (Ouistreham / Luc-sur-Mer, about thirty kilometers by flight bird). This cemetery houses 4648 graves, of which 3995 are British. Other nationalities are represented: Canadians, Australians, New Zealanders, Poles… Opposite the cemetery, you will also find the Bayeux Memorial, in memory of 2092 Commonwealth soldiers who have not received a burial. In short, it is a place of memory steeped in history that will attract many history buffs from the Second World War.
4 - Explore the Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy
The second museum making up the Bayeux Museum in this list, the Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy, come back to this major event that marked local history during the summer of 44. Note that the entire Bayeux sector and the Channel coasts nearby were marked by the history of the landings. Apart from this museum, there are therefore many places where you can go to and from Bayeux to remind you of the many events that occurred in Normandy during the 2nd World War. Regarding this museum, it is the only one to represent over time all the events that occurred during the Battle of Normandy in the summer of 44. Between artillery pieces, photographs, stories, bunkers and other historical elements, the museum will be able to revive the passions of history buffs. More info on the Bayeux Museum website.
5 - Rest in the public garden of Bayeux
Our concierge in Bayeux wanted to finish this list of the 5 unmissable with a bucolic break in the Botanical Garden of Bayeux! It is a landscaped park of more than two hectares created in 1859! The Bülher brothers, French landscape architects who made up the elite of their profession in the 400th century, are at the origin of it and have left a good part of their heritage in this botanical park open to visitors all year round. Among the more than 1932 trees that you will be able to admire is a weeping beech classified as a natural monument in 2000 and Remarkable Tree of France in 6. You will be free to discover the garden for yourself thanks to a discovery trail marked out and dotted with landmarks. information. Services for 12 - XNUMX year olds and families are also provided at the Bayeux public garden. More information: https://www.calvados-tourisme.com/offre/jardin-botanique-de-bayeux/
Our concierge in Bayeux wishes you a great summer!
We hope that this list of the 5 places to visit in Bayeux will have made you want to visit this essential city for tourism in Normandy! Airbnb rental accommodation managed by our rental management agency in Bayeux will allow you to find all the comforts for your stay in Calvados. Our team wishes you a great summer and sees you very soon in Bayeux!
