Place Saint-Sauveur, Living street and meeting area in Caen, France.
Place Saint-Sauveur is a public square in central Caen featuring cobblestone paving and a mix of pedestrian and vehicle areas. The layout creates a balanced urban space where walking paths and traffic coexist on the same surface.
The square originated as a traditional marketplace but transformed into a modern living street through urban planning initiatives. This shift shows how city centers are redefining their public spaces for contemporary use.
Local shops and cafés border the square, serving as a natural gathering place where residents meet and interact daily. This mix of commerce and social space reflects how the neighborhood uses the area as part of its everyday rhythm.
Vehicles can enter the square via Rue Pémagnie as a one-way route, with limited parking duration for residents and shoppers. A two-way cycling lane on this street provides safe passage for cyclists moving through the area.
The square maintains a limited number of parking spaces despite prioritizing pedestrian and cycling access. This practical approach balances vehicle needs with the modern living street concept.
Location: Caen
Address: Pl. Saint-Sauveur, 14000 Caen, France
GPS coordinates: 49.18228,-0.37014
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:10
Caen shows everywhere the marks of its past. The castle built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century still rises above the city, while the Abbey of Men and the Abbey of Women reflect the power of the Dukes of Normandy. Saint Pierre Church reaches its Gothic tower to 73 meters, and in the streets of Vaugueux, the wooden houses point toward medieval life. The Caen Memorial documents World War II and the landing of 1944, events that changed the city. The charm of Caen is also in its green spaces. The Garden of Plants, created in 1848, brings together thousands of plants in its greenhouses and its arboretum. The Hill of the Birds Park covers 17 hectares with themed gardens and terraces that offer views of the city roofs. From the Fine Arts Museum located inside the castle walls to the Leroy Tower on the edge of the Orne, each place tells of a different time. Exploring Caen is crossing centuries of buildings and history that shaped Normandy.
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