Trip Planner:   Europe  /  France  /  Normandy  /  Basse-Normandie  /  Calvados  /  Falaise  /  Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant

Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant, Falaise

4.3
Must see · Castle · Historic Site
Create an itinerary including Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant
William the Conquerer's birthplace and an important stronghold of the Dukes of Normandy and English kings, Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant remains an impressive example of Norman fortification. French king Phillipe Augustus wrested the castle from the hands of King John in 1204. Learn about the building’s history through excellent audio-visual displays. Call ahead for guided tours in English. Work out when and for how long to visit Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant and other Falaise attractions using our handy Falaise online driving holiday planner.
Improve this listing »
Create a full itinerary - for free!

Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquerant reviews

TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
885 reviews
Google
4.4
TripAdvisor
  • The old Castle is situated on the rock. Wooden bridge leads you to the yard entrance. The trebuchet is in the yard. And the binoculars over there moved you in the past. 
    The old Castle is situated on the rock. Wooden bridge leads you to the yard entrance. The trebuchet is in the yard. And the binoculars over there moved you in the past.  more »
  • Really enjoyed our visit and excellent value for money. Super films throughout castle learnt lots of history and fun iPads to see how the castle would have looked. Well worth a visit 
    Really enjoyed our visit and excellent value for money. Super films throughout castle learnt lots of history and fun iPads to see how the castle would have looked. Well worth a visit  more »
  • This is a definite must-see site for anyone, adults and kids alike. But there are lots of steps to be negotiated as you make your way around the self-guided tour. The self-guided tours is... 
    This is a definite must-see site for anyone, adults and kids alike. But there are lots of steps to be negotiated as you make your way around the self-guided tour. The self-guided tours is...  more »
Google
  • Great experience for all ages. Use of tablets in each room made for a virtual experience of what the room originally looked like. Games room with staff in period costumes was fun for the children. Lots of circular stairs to the different levels made for an authentic experience. Highly recommended:)
  • William the Conqueror's castle is a great way to spend a couple of hours immersed in the history of the time that William would of spent there, you are provided with a Histopad device that when you place the screen over certain emblems as you walk around you are immediately transported back to how the room would of looked like in Williams time. the castle has had a lot of time and effort put in to make it an enjoyable experience for all ages.
  • One of the best historic experiences ever. Good balance between info and interaction. The tablets with augmented reality are really adding but also the projected images of former inhabitants are well done. The visit of the premises outside the keep is impressive as such. We had a great time during the 2.5 hours we spent in the castle
  • Excellent experience for both for us history buffs and for our kids of 6 and 10. Ten virtual rooms to explore in the castle in addition to a (virtual) display of siege weaponry. All with interactive on the iPad provided by the museum.
  • This castle is brilliant , they have made it really interactive with with each visitor having an I pad that makes the tour 3D . All the plaques are in French and English making it accessible for us. You could spend a good couple of hours here.

Plan your trip to Falaise

  • Get a personalized trip
    A full day by day itinerary based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Book it
    Choose from the best hotels and activities. Up to 50% off
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place. Everyone on the same page.