Reg.Nr. 88-F/05

Women's Abbey, Caen

Restoration of the abbey dating back to the 11th century, reorganized in the 18th century. Since then, it has served many purposes, ending up as a hospital and then left empty. It now houses the Regional Council.
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Project details

Title:Women's Abbey, Caen
Entr. year: 1988
Result:Diploma
Country: France
Town: Caen
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Religious building/memorial
Former use:Abbey
Actual use:Seat of the regional government
Built: 11th century
Architect / Proj.leader: George Duval, Lisieux
The Jury's citation: "Pour l'importante restauration de l'Abbaye aux Dames datant du XIeme siecle pour servir de siege au Conseil Regional"
GPS:49°11'13.9"N 0°21'9.6"W
Web, Links:

www.caen-tourisme.fr/en/discover-caen/william-the-conqueror/abbaye-aux-dames

Description:
Restoration of the abbey dating back to the 11th century, reorganized in the 18th century. Since then, it has served many purposes, ending up as a hospital and then left empty. It now houses the Regional Council.