12November2026
Caen, City of Poets | Discovery Tour
The Thursday 12 November at 10 a.m00
Cour de l'Hôtel d'Escoville 12 Place Saint-Pierre 14000 CAEN
A poetic stroll through the city of Caen. Standing in front of the houses where they lived or spent time, the tour guide will read a few verses by the poets who, in the 17th century, brought fame to Caen – nicknamed ‘the Athens of Normandy’ by the Franciscan friar François Martin – namely the poets Malherbe, Segrais, Bertaut, Boisrobert, Vauquelin de la Fresnaye, Vauquelin des Yveteaux, Sarasin, Colomby and Moisant de Brieux.
A tour led by Pierre Bonard.
Practical information
As places are limited, booking is essential. No tickets will be available on the day of the tour; payment is required at the time of booking.
Bookings open on 7 October 2026, online and at the tourist information offices in Caen and Ouistreham.
Themes and Categories
Rates
| Pricing | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Base rate | 6 € | Not communicated |
