Maison natale de Malherbe, Caen

Name: Maison natale de Malherbe
Address: Caen, France

#33 among attractions in Caen

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The house known as Malherbe's birthplace is a building located in Caen, in the French department of Calvados, in Normandy. Rebuilt on the site of the birthplace of François de Malherbe, it dates from the late sixteenth century and is listed as a Monument Historique.

Coordinates: 49°11'1"N, 0°21'52"W

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Centre Ancien (Le Château)Caen France

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Maison natale de Malherbe – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mémorial de Caen, Church of Saint-Pierre, Abbey of Saint-Étienne, Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen.

1.3 miNW
WWII, D-Day and Cold War memorial and museum
Mémorial de Caen, Caen
34 min walk • The Mémorial de Caen is a poignant and comprehensive museum located in the historic city of Caen, France. Dedicated to documenting the history of the 20th century, with a significant emphasis on World War II and the D-Day landings, the museum stands as a testament...
~920 ftNE
Church
Church of Saint-Pierre, Caen
5 min walk • The Church of Saint-Pierre stands as a testament to the rich religious and architectural heritage of Caen, a historic city in Normandy, France. This stunning example of Gothic architecture, with its intricate facades and soaring spires, invites visitors to explore a...
~1720 ftSW
Elegant 11th-century abbey and cloisters
Abbey of Saint-Étienne, Caen
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Caen, France, the Abbey of Saint-Étienne stands as a testament to the city's rich medieval history. This former monastery, also known as the Abbaye aux Hommes ("Men's Abbey"), is a masterpiece of Norman Romanesque architecture and a significant...
~1250 ftNE
Museum, Art museum
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen, Caen
7 min walk • The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen is a fine arts museum in the French city of Caen, founded at the start of the 19th century and rebuilt in 1971 within the ducal château.
~1180 ftN
Castle, ruined Norman fort and museums
Château de Caen, Caen
6 min walk • The Château de Caen is a castle in the Norman city of Caen in the Calvados département. It has been officially classed as a Monument historique since 1997.
~1380 ftSW
Church, Gothic architecture
Church of Saint-Étienne-le-Vieux, Caen
7 min walk • The Church of Saint-Étienne-le-Vieux is a former Catholic church, today partly ruined, located in the old city of Caen, Calvados, France. It is not to be confused with the nearby Church of Saint-Étienne, the former church of the Abbaye aux Hommes. This church has been classified as a monument historique since August 22, 1903.
0.7 miE
11th-century abbey founded by Mathilda
Abbaye aux Dames, Caen
19 min walk • The Abbey of Sainte-Trinité, better known as the Abbaye aux Dames, is a former nunnery in Caen, Normandy, now home to the Regional Council of Normandy. The complex includes the Church of Sainte-Trinité.
0.5 miNW
Botanical garden, Garden, Park
Jardin des plantes de Caen, Caen
13 min walk • The jardin des plantes de Caen, also known as jardin botanique de Caen is a botanical garden and arboretum located at 5, place Blot, Caen, Calvados, Normandy, France. Covering 5,000 m², it is open daily.
~1300 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Théâtre de Caen, Caen
7 min walk • Théâtre de Caen, 135 bd du Maréchal Leclerc, is the principle theatre and opera house of Caen, opened in 1963.
~1750 ftSE
Church
Saint-Jean church, Caen
9 min walk • The church of Saint-Jean de Caen is the parish church of the Saint-Jean district in Caen, France. This monument is the subject of a classification as historical monuments by the list of 1840.
0.6 miSE
Church
Église Saint-Michel-de-Vaucelles, Caen
17 min walk • The Saint-Michel church is the parish church of Vaucelles in Caen.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Maison natale de Malherbe?

Nearby attractions include Saint-Sauveur Church, Caen (1 min walk), Église du Vieux Saint-Sauveur, Caen (4 min walk), Church of Saint-Pierre, Caen (5 min walk), Château de Caen, Caen (6 min walk).

How to get to Maison natale de Malherbe by public transport?

The nearest stations to Maison natale de Malherbe:

Bus

Château-Quatrans • Lines: 10, 10e, 12, 20, 23, 4, 9, noctibus (3 min walk)
Bellivet • Lines: 10, 10e, 12, 12e, 20, 23, 4, 9, noctibus (5 min walk)

Tram

Château-Quatrans • Lines: T1, T2, T3 (4 min walk)
Saint-Pierre • Lines: T1, T2, T3 (6 min walk)

Train

Caen (23 min walk)