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University of Caen Lower Normandy

The University of Caen Lower Normandy, or Caen University is a university in Caen, in France.

Located at 49.1906, -0.364444 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Universities in France, Buildings and structures in Caen, 1432 establishments in France, Educational institutions established in 1957, Educational institutions established in the 15th century, Education in Lower Normandy

Operation Totalize

Operation Totalize (also referred to as "Operation Totalise" in some more recent British sources) was an offensive launched by Allied troops of the First Canadian Army during the later stages of the Operation Overlord, from August 8 to August 13, 1944. The intention was to break through the German defences south of Caen on the eastern flank of the Allied positions in Normandy and exploit success by driving south to capture the high ground north of the city of Falaise.

Located at 49.1861, -0.3625 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Operation Overlord, Battles of World War II involving Canada, Battles and operations of World War II involving Poland, Battles and operations of World War II involving the United Kingdom, Military operations of World War II involving Germany

Operation Charnwood

Operation Charnwood was a Second World War Anglo-Canadian offensive that took place from 8–9 July 1944, during the Battle of Normandy. The operation was intended to at least partially capture the German-occupied French city of Caen, which was an important Allied objective during the opening stages of Operation Overlord.

Located at 49.1831, -0.369444 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Battle for Caen, Battles of World War II involving Canada, Battles of World War II involving the United Kingdom, Military operations of World War II involving Germany, Airstrikes

Battle for Caen

The Battle for Caen from June-August 1944 was a battle between Allied (primarily British and Canadian troops) and German forces during the Battle of Normandy. Originally, the Allies aimed to take the French city of Caen, one of the largest cities in Normandy, on D-Day. Caen was a vital objective for several reasons. Firstly, it lay astride the Orne River and Caen Canal; these two water obstacles could strengthen a German defensive position if not crossed.

Located at 49.1861, -0.3625 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Military history of Normandy, Battle for Caen, Battles of World War II involving Canada, Battles involving the United Kingdom, 1944 in France, Caen, Aerial bombing

Abbey of Saint-Étienne, Caen

The Abbey of Saint-Etienne, also known as Abbaye aux Hommes ("Men's Abbey"), is a former monastery in the French city of Caen, Normandy. Dedicated to Saint Stephen ("Saint Étienne"), it is considered, along with the neighbouring Abbaye aux Dames ("Ladies' Abbey"), to be one of the most notable Romanesque buildings in Normandy. Like all the major abbeys in Normandy, it was Benedictine. Lanfranc, before being an Archbishop of Canterbury, was abbot of Saint-Etienne.

Located at 49.1817, -0.372778 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Caen, 1060s architecture, Benedictine monasteries in France, Christian monasteries established in the 11th century, Christian monasteries in France, Romanesque architecture in Normandy, Monasteries destroyed during the French Revolution, Churches in Calvados, Visitor attractions in Lower Normandy, 11th-century establishments in France

Gare de Caen Saint-Martin

Saint Martin, was the main station on the CF Caen-Mer and the terminus of the line for trains from Courseulles and Luc-sur-Mer. The station and line opened on 30 June 1875, with a spur linking it to the CF de l'Ouest opened on 12 September 1877. The station closed in 1951, after a few years closure during 1945, after World War II and an extensive utilisation for the transport of military supplies. Saint Martin Station was situated on Caen's Place du Canada and the building is still present.

Located at 49.1858, -0.372222 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Defunct railway stations in Lower Normandy, Région Ouest, Railway stations opened in 1875, 1875 establishments in France, Railway stations closed in 1951

Church of Saint-Pierre, Caen

The Church of Saint-Pierre (Église Saint-Pierre) is a Roman Catholic church dedicated to Saint Peter situated on the Place Saint Pierre in the center of Caen in Normandy, northern France. The construction of the present building took place between the early 13th and the 16th centuries. The spire was destroyed in 1944, and has since been rebuilt. The eastern apse of the church was built by Hector Sohier between 1518 and 1545.

Located at 49.1842, -0.360833 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Churches in Calvados, Buildings and structures in Caen

Château de Caen

The Château de Caen is a castle in the Norman town of Caen in the Calvados département. It has been officially classed as a Monument historique since 1886.

Located at 49.1864, -0.362778 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Castles in Lower Normandy, Official historical monuments of France, William the Conqueror, Museums in Calvados, Buildings and structures in Caen, Local museums in France

Abbey of Sainte-Trinité, Caen

The Abbey of Sainte-Trinité, also known as Abbaye aux Dames, is a former monastery of women in Caen, Normandy, now home to the Regional Council of Lower Normandy. The complex includes the Abbey Church of Sainte-Trinité.

Located at 49.1864, -0.352778 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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12th-century architecture, Buildings and structures in Caen, Christian monasteries established in the 11th century, Benedictine monasteries of nuns in France, Monasteries destroyed during the French Revolution, Augustinian monasteries in France, Monasteries of canonesses regular, 1908 disestablishments, Romanesque architecture in France, Churches in Calvados, 11th-century establishments in France

Canal de Caen à la Mer

Canal de Caen à la Mer (English: Canal from Caen to the sea) also called the "Caen Canal") is a short canal in the department (préfecture) of Calvados, France, connecting the Port of Caen, in the city of Caen, downstream to the town of Ouistreham and the English Channel. Running from north north-east to south south-west, the canal runs parallel to the Orne River which feeds it, it is 14 kilometres long, and comprises two locks.

Located at 49.183, -0.35208 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Canals in France, Buildings and structures in Caen, Buildings and structures in Calvados, Transport in Lower Normandy

Jardin botanique de Caen

The Jardin botanique de Caen (5,000 m²), more formally known as Le jardin des plantes et le jardin botanique de Caen, is a botanical garden and arboretum located at 5, place Blot, Caen, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, France. It is open daily. The garden's earliest plants were collected in 1689, and its first catalog published in 1781 (Jardin botanique de Caen by Farin and Demoneuse).

Located at 49.1891, -0.37159 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Gardens in Calvados, Botanical gardens in France

Patinoire de Caen la mer

The Patinoire de Caen la mer is an ice rink in Caen, France. It is the home arena of the Drakkars de Caen of the Ligue Magnus, and the ACSEL figure skating club. It also offers public access to the ice rink for free skating and lessons.

Located at 49.1772, -0.368333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Indoor arenas in France, Sports venues in Calvados, Buildings and structures in Caen, Sports venues completed in 1971