Baron Gérard Museum of Art and History, Bayeux
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From William the Conqueror to D-Day
7 attractions · 8h 8min · transit route
Tickets ~€26
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About Baron Gérard Museum of Art and History
The MAHB occupies the former Episcopal Palace of Bayeux, a historic building constructed between the 11th and 16th centuries adjacent to the cathedral. The museum houses approximately 5,000 pieces spanning 5,000 years of history, including 600 artworks by painters such as Philippe de Champaigne, François Boucher, and Gustave Caillebotte. Visitors can explore collections of Bayeux porcelain documenting 150 years of local ceramic production, and delicate bobbin lace that made the town famous across Europe.
Baron Gérard Museum of Art and History — Planning Your Visit
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General Admission
RecommendedCombined Ticket (MAHB + Battle of Normandy Memorial)
In day plans, the recommended ticket is pre-selected and included in the total price.
Combine with 6 nearby attractions for a full day
From €26 / person — all tickets and transport included — transit route with total cost breakdown
The museum displays two extraordinary paintings by Gustave Caillebotte, the Impressionist painter better known for his Paris street scenes. These works rarely travel and represent one of the few opportunities to see his art outside major metropolitan museums.
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Day Routes
From William the Conqueror to D-Day
Bayeux
Nearby Attractions
Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy
Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy