Église du Vieux Saint-Sauveur
Église du Vieux Saint-Sauveur, Gothic church in central Caen, France
The church features a double nave design with two distinct apses, a Norman bell tower, and Gothic portal on Place Saint-Sauveur.
Originally named Notre-Dame-de-Froide-Rue, the church received its first mention in a papal bull from Pope Eugene III around 1152.
The interior spaces contain stained glass windows designed by Max Ingrand, adding color and light to the religious architecture.
The building serves as a venue for art exhibitions and food events throughout the year on Place Saint-Sauveur.
The structure functioned as a market hall for butter and eggs after the French Revolution before returning to religious purposes.
Location: Caen
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Address: 13 Rue Saint-Sauveur, 14000 Caen, France 14000 Caen
Phone: +33231863060
GPS coordinates: 49.18330,-0.36781
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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