William the Conqueror's Castle (Château Guillaume-le-Conquérant), Falaise
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William the Conqueror's Falaise in one day
7 attractions · 5h 37min · transit route
Tickets ~€18
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About William the Conqueror's Castle
This 10th-century fortress is the birthplace of William the Conqueror, born around 1027-1028 to Duke Robert I and Arlette, a tanner's daughter. The castle complex includes three distinct keeps: the Grand Donjon built by William's son Henry I in 1123, the Petit Donjon from the Plantagenet era (c. 1150), and the cylindrical Tour Talbot added by King Philip II Augustus around 1207 after the French conquest of Normandy.
William the Conqueror's Castle — Planning Your Visit
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General Admission
RecommendedIncludes interactive tablet with augmented reality experience. Guided tours in French included on weekends and holidays; English tours available July-August.
Family Pass
Family TicketValid for 2 adults and up to 4 children. Best value for families.
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 €18 / person — all tickets and transport included — transit route with total cost breakdown
Carbon-14 dating from 2009 archaeological excavations revealed that the castle's first stone walls were built between 1019-1023, making them among the earliest stone fortifications in Normandy. Most castles of this era were still wooden motte-and-bailey structures.
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William the Conqueror's Falaise in one day
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