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Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant, Falaise

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#12 of 97 in Historic Sites in Calvados

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William the Conquerer's birthplace and an important stronghold of the Dukes of Normandy and English kings, Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant remains an impressive example of Norman fortification. French king Phillipe Augustus wrested the castle from the hands of King John in 1204. Learn about the building’s history through excellent audio-visual displays. Call ahead for guided tours in English. Work out when and for how long to visit Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant and other Falaise attractions using our handy Falaise online driving holiday planner .

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Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant Reviews

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• By Joelcaillet

  L’endroit est joli et mérite la visite. L’idée de la tablette representant les pièces du château a l’époque est un plus. L’ entrée, par un porche reconstitué en béton peut ne pas pas plaire mais resti...  more »

  The place is pretty and worth a visit. The idea of the tablet representing the castle's rooms at the time is a plus. The entrance, through a porch reconstructed in concrete may not please but restores the strength of the place in the absence of knowledge of what it once was. The audiovisual comments are very well made and interesting. A place to see A little extra for the person of the welcome who knows how to answer questions!
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• By CatherineD404

  Recommended by our hosts nearby. Impressive medieval fortress, brought to life by the self-guided visit with audioguide. We "met" the Conqueror, the Plantagenets, Philippe Auguste in this beautiful se...  more »

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• By Gemma West

  Amazing simply the most wonderful Castle we have been to!!! The interactive tablet's gave a real in sight to how it would have looked and had bonus features to go into more depth. Friendly staff with excellent English skills to help those with limited French skills like us. I won't say much more as to not spoil your experience. Definitely a must do a real Gem.

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• By Paul Foster

  A great example of early period castle which was also a ducal seat. They are doing a wonderful job of restoration, leaving as much as possible of the original structure. Excellent information displays on William and his life there. The tablet tour VR displays were well done also. For those who want to visit a true castle, not a chateau, this is a good experience.

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