Château de Creullet

Château de Creullet is a castle in Creully sur Seulles featuring wrought-iron entrance gates and multiple decorated reception rooms throughout its structure. The grounds contain a designed park with ornamental water basins and planted areas surrounding the main building.

The structure was built over several centuries from the 14th through 19th century, incorporating evolving French architectural styles. In 1944, Field Marshal Montgomery used it as his tactical command post during the Battle of Normandy.

The château represents architectural evolution from the 14th through 19th centuries, incorporating various French construction styles and decorative elements.

Access is typically limited to specific dates when the castle opens during European Heritage Days for public visiting. Check in advance for scheduled opening times, as regular visiting hours are not available.

Winston Churchill and King George VI conducted military meetings here in early July 1944. These visits happened only weeks after the D-Day invasion.

Location: Creully sur Seulles

GPS coordinates: 49.28835,-0.54550

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:09