Tour Leroy, Fortified tower in Caen, France
Tour Leroy extends across four levels, including a ground floor chamber, two upper stories, and a platform at the summit of the structure.
The tower emerged around 1400 as part of Caen's defense system, connecting to Tour aux Landais through a chain that protected the medieval port entrance.
The structure demonstrates medieval military architecture through its thick limestone walls, narrow windows, and external staircase access from city fortifications.
Located at coordinates 49.1842, -0.359139, the tower stands near Caen Castle and occupies 79 square meters of ground space.
Built with Caen stone extracted from the city's subsoil, the tower later served as a prison for smugglers before its restoration in 1879.
Location: Caen
Inception: 14 century
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Address: boulevard des Alliés 14000 Caen
GPS coordinates: 49.18420,-0.35914
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48
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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