Colline aux Oiseaux, Green space in Caen, France.
The Colline aux Oiseaux encompasses 17 hectares of landscaped gardens featuring diverse plant collections, themed areas, and panoramic views of Caen.
Established in 1988, this park emerged from an urban renewal project that transformed a former landfill into an extensive public green space.
The park holds regular environmental education programs and gardening workshops, connecting residents with nature through hands-on learning experiences.
Visitors can access the park daily from 8 AM on weekdays and 10 AM on weekends, with closing times varying between 5:30 PM in winter and 8 PM in summer.
The park includes specialized gardens, a small zoo with local birds, a 2,000-square-meter inclusive playground, and a restaurant serving locally sourced ingredients.
Location: Caen
Inception: January 1, 1994
Address: Avenue Amiral Mountbatten 14000 Caen
Opening Hours: November-February Monday-Friday 08:00-17:30, Saturday-Sunday 10:00-17:30; March,April,September,October Monday-Friday 08:00-18:30, Saturday-Sunday 10:00-18:30; May-August Monday-Friday 08:00-19:30, Saturday-Sunday 10:00-19:30
Phone: +33231304838
Website: https://caen.fr/annuaire-equipement/colline-aux-oiseaux
GPS coordinates: 49.19790,-0.39155
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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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