Culture Caen

On the Presqu'île, its façade alternating transparent and translucent glass catches the eye. One thing is sure, this library, opened in 2017, does not go unnoticed! Auditorium with 150 seats, exhibition space, restaurant, 190 computer stations, 1 million documents including 120,000 in free access, precious collections (rare books), Norman collections (a real gold mine)... There is something for all tastes, all research, all ages. A place to meet and share.

Would you like to visit the city, the seaside or the countryside of Caen la Mer? Do you know the Greeters? We'll tell you all about them! A greeter is a local with a passion for his or her town or region, who wants to share his or her good places with others. Far from a guided tour, the Greeter, a volunteer, will take you to his or her HQs, his or her favorites, sometimes little-known or unusual. It's a different, more personal way of visiting, based on sharing! Visit the Tourist Office website to choose the environment that appeals most to you.

New to the Caen area? Changing environment is not always easy. The AVF association is here to help, thanks to its "welcoming newcomers" service. To help you settle into your new town, the team of volunteers regularly organizes workshops (watercolor, needlework), social evenings and outings (heritage visits) to meet other members and forge new links.