Church of Saint-Jean de Caen
Church of Saint-Jean de Caen, Gothic church in Saint-Jean district, Caen, France
The Church of Saint-Jean features pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses characteristic of medieval Gothic ecclesiastical architecture from the 15th century.
Archaeological excavations in 1954 uncovered monolithic sarcophagi made from local Caen stone, indicating the presence of an early necropolis at this location.
The church houses notable religious artworks, including statues of Saint Norbert and Saint Augustine, along with paintings of The Adoration of the Magi.
Located at 5 Rue des Equipes d'Urgence in Caen, the church received classification as a historical monument in 1840 and remains open for religious services.
The first place of worship on this site was established in the seventh century along a Roman road connecting Bayeux to Lisieux through the Orne valley.
Location: Caen
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: religious heritage of Caen
Address: rue Saint-Jean
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-19:00
Phone: +33231861311
Website: https://bayeuxlisieux.catholique.fr/paroisses/agglomeration-caennaise/sainte-trinite-de-caen
GPS coordinates: 49.18060,-0.35772
Latest update: August 27, 2025 17:26
Caen bears traces of its past in every stone. The castle built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century still overlooks the city, while the Abbey of Men and the Abbey of Women testify to the power of the Norman dukes. Saint-Pierre Church rises with its 73-meter Gothic tower, and in the streets of Vaugueux, half-timbered houses recall medieval life. The Caen Memorial tells about World War II and the Normandy Battle, periods that deeply affected the city. Between history and nature, Caen also offers places of rest. The Botanical Garden, created in 1848, houses thousands of plant species within its greenhouses and arboretum. The Park of the Hill of Birds, developed over 17 hectares, features themed gardens and viewpoints over the city. From the Fine Arts Museum located within the castle to the Leroy Tower on the Orne quays, each site invites to discover different periods. Visiting Caen means exploring ten centuries of architecture and events that have shaped Normandy.
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