Castle William The Conqueror

As early as the year 1000, the castle of Falaise was an imposing refuge built in stone by the first dukes of Normandy. After the Conquest of England, William's successors built two typical Anglo-Norman keeps over the foundations of the ancestral castle during the 12th century.
At the turn of that century, the king of France was the new ruler of the land and reinforced the castle with a master tower, providing it with a remarkable defensive apparatus.

A new culture was born between the Frankish, Saxon and Scandinavian influences, and the exchanges between Normandy and England brought about by William the Conqueror after the Conquest. This original new culture was recognizable with its remarkable and typical characteristics expressed through architecture and ornaments. Thus, the Anglo-Norman culture could thrive.

The castles built in England and in France by William the Conqueror and his successors are a testimony to the scope and power of this culture which is still tangible today in both our countries. The castle and the keeps of Falaise are two magnificent examples of this.

Also, not to be missed: the end of the restoration campaign of the castle walls.

Useful informations

Contact us :
Tél: +33(0)2 31 41 61 44 - Fax: +33(0)2 31 41 66 87
E-mail : chateauaccueil@falaise.fr
Site : www.chateau-guillaume-leconquerant.fr


Opening hours :
From February the 12th to December (except on Christmas Day) open daily from 10 a.m to 6 p.m (7 p.m in July & August). Last ticket sold one hour before closing time.

Admission rates
Adults : 7.50 €
Students : 5,50 €
Children (from 6 to 16) : 3.50 € (free under 6 years old)
Special offer: FAMILY PASS. Single rate : 18 €. For two paying adults and a child, the other children between 6 and 16 are free.

Group rates (reservation required)
- Adult : € 5.50
- Child : € 2.50