With almost 10 centuries of history, this ancient fortress bears witness to the rich past of Normandy and its seigneury. Every year, the Schlumberger Foundation allows us to relive different episodes during its medieval events.
With almost 10 centuries of history, this ancient fortress bears witness to the rich past of Normandy and its seigneury. Every year, the Schlumberger Foundation allows us to relive different episodes during its medieval events.
Immersion in the spirit of the Middle Ages
Would you like to see knights straight out of the past perform in the castle? From July 14 to 17, the castle will host 4 days of knightly tournaments: equestrian jousts and foot battles to discover the fighting techniques of the time, as well as workshops and various demonstrations to understand the history and culture of this ancient military order dedicated to the feudal nobility.
Just as immersive, from July 18 to August 4 you can explore the theme of leisure in the Middle Ages through shows, dramatized visits and workshops. Cooking, hygiene, music...: thanks to actors and animators, the daily pleasures of our ancestors will no longer hold any secrets for you!
From August 7 to 14, a whole week of historical reconstitution awaits the curious. Inhabited by about 60 people in 15th century costumes, the castle is then plunged into the often violent history of the Middle Ages.
To illustrate the theme of Crime and Justice at that time, investigations are indeed proposed every 2 days and, through exchanges with the craftsmen and the search for various clues, all visitors are invited to solve the enigmas.
Through these different summer activities, this castle built in the 11th century is rediscovered in a playful and immersive way by - in particular - families. An appointment not to be missed during a stay in Calvados. To schedule your visit, go here.
Valérie from Comme des Français
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Crédits photo : Philippe Alès, François Hamm, Gregory Wait
