Bayeux Tapestry
World-renowned, the Bayeux Tapestry is a unique masterpiece. An 11th-century work of art, 70 meters long and 0.50 meters wide, made of linen embroidered with colored wool, it depicts in 58 scenes the reasons and circumstances of the expedition of William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy, and his army in 1066. This superb work is believed to have been commissioned by Odo, William's half-brother and Bishop of Bayeux, from an Anglo-Saxon workshop for later display in the nave of his cathedral.
Notre-Dame Cathedral
An exceptional site that underwent numerous embellishments and modifications between the 13th and 15th centuries. It overlooks the city center of Bayeux, which boasts an exceptional heritage.
Lace Conservatory
This workshop aims to preserve the know-how passed down by the lacemakers of Bayeux since the 17th century. The Lace Conservatory continues to teach bobbin lace techniques. Exhibition, demonstrations, sales.
Also worth seeing in Bayeux: General de Gaulle Memorial, Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy, Augustinian Convent, Benedictine Monasteries….
