Saint-Vigor-le-Grand, Bayeux

Name: Saint-Vigor-le-Grand
Address: Bayeux, France

#6 among attractions in Bayeux

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Saint-Vigor-le-Grand is a commune in the Calvados department in the Normandy region in northwestern France. ()

Alternative names: Area: 3.75 mi²Coordinates: 49°16'52"N, 0°41'26"W

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Saint-Vigor-le-Grand – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bayeux Tapestry, Bayeux Cathedral, British Cemetery, Musée d'art et d'histoire Baron Gérard.

0.6 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Bayeux Tapestry, Bayeux
16 min walk • The Bayeux Tapestry is an extraordinary piece of medieval artistry that captivates visitors in the small French city of Bayeux. This remarkable embroidery, over 70 meters long, intricately narrates the tale of the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, culminating in the...
0.7 miSW
13th-century Catholic place of worship
Bayeux Cathedral, Bayeux
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Normandy, the Bayeux Cathedral is a remarkable architectural treasure that dominates the skyline of Bayeux, France. This stunning cathedral, officially known as Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Bayeux, is a masterpiece of Norman-Romanesque and Gothic...
1.2 miSW
Cemetery
British Cemetery, Bayeux
31 min walk • The British Cemetery in Bayeux, France, stands as a serene and poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Second World War. Nestled in the tranquil Normandy countryside, this meticulously maintained cemetery is the final resting place for thousands of British...
0.7 miSW
49°16'34"N • 0°42'13"W
Musée d'art et d'histoire Baron Gérard, Bayeux
18 min walk • Museum, History museum, Art museum
1.3 miW
Botanical garden, Garden, Park
Jardin botanique de Bayeux, Bayeux
33 min walk • The Jardin botanique de Bayeux, also called the Jardin public de Bayeux, is a botanical garden and municipal park located at 53, route de Port-en-Bessin, Bayeux, Calvados, Normandy, France. It is open daily without charge.
1.1 miSW
49°16'24"N • 0°42'41"W
Musée mémorial de la Bataille de Normandie, Bayeux
28 min walk • Museum, History museum
~600 ftSE
Monastery
Saint-Vigor Priory, Bayeux
3 min walk • Saint-Vigor Priory, formerly Saint-Vigor Abbey, was a Benedictine monastery in the town of Saint-Vigor-le-Grand in Calvados, Normandy, France. Its foundation is attributed to Saint Vigor, bishop of Bayeux in the first third of the 6th century. It was destroyed in the late 10th century by the invading Normans.
0.8 miW
Church
Église Saint-Patrice, Bayeux
20 min walk • The Saint-Patrice church is a Catholic church located in Bayeux, France. Contrary to the churches of the Bessin region with a strong Romanesque influence, the church of Saint-Patrice, whose existence dates back to the 12th century, is above all an...
0.6 miW
Forts and castles
Château de Bayeux, Bayeux
15 min walk • Château de Bayeux was a castle in Bayeux, Normandy, France.
0.7 miSW
Specialty museum, Museum
Hôtel du Doyen, Bayeux
19 min walk • The Hôtel du Doyen is a former mansion in Bayeux, used as an episcopal palace by the bishops of Bayeux, then of Bayeux and Lisieux during the Condordat.
1.4 miSW
Church
Église de Saint-Loup-Hors-Bayeux, Bayeux
37 min walk • The Saint-Loup church is a Catholic church located in Saint-Loup-Hors, in France.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Saint-Vigor-le-Grand?

Nearby attractions include Saint-Vigor Priory, Bayeux (3 min walk), Château de Bayeux, Bayeux (15 min walk), Bayeux Tapestry, Bayeux (16 min walk), Musée d'art et d'histoire Baron Gérard, Bayeux (18 min walk).

How to get to Saint-Vigor-le-Grand by public transport?

The nearest stations to Saint-Vigor-le-Grand:

Bus

Maison Brûlée • Lines: 3 (2 min walk)
Charité • Lines: 3 (3 min walk)

Train

Bayeux (22 min walk)