Historic Alençon in one day
Alençon • One-Day City Plan
This itinerary covers the main historical landmarks of Alençon in the heart of Normandy. The route includes the Gothic Basilica where Saint Thérèse of Lisieux was baptized, the medieval Maison d’Ozé, the neoclassical Wheat Hall, and the renowned Museum of Fine Arts and Lace featuring the UNESCO-recognized Point d’Alençon technique. The walk continues past the Town Hall to the remains of the Ducal Castle and concludes in the historic Parc des Promenades. The museum is closed on Mondays, making this itinerary unsuitable for that day. Maison d’Ozé closes for lunch between 12:30 and 14:00.
Overview
Planning a day in Alençon? This step-by-step itinerary covers the best of Alençon in one day — 7 attractions with exact walking times between each stop, entrance fees per person, and transport alternatives.
Plan around 5h 6min to visit 7 attractions along the way. Budget roughly €55: about €4 on entrance tickets, and roughly €51 for 3 meals. You can adjust these numbers and see a full breakdown below.
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Basilica of Our Lady of Alençon
This Gothic church in the heart of Alençon dates back to 1356 when Count Charles III of Alençon began its construction during the Hundred Years' War. The building took over a century to complete, with…
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Maison d'Ozé
This medieval mansion was built in 1450 by Jean de Mesnil, a wealthy alderman, using granite throughout - a rare and expensive choice that demonstrated his status. François d'Ozé expanded the building…
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Wheat Hall (Halle au Blé)
The Halle au Blé is a circular neoclassical building constructed between 1806 and 1812 on the site of a former convent. Originally designed by engineer Joseph Berthélémy for grain trade, the building…
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Museum of Fine Arts and Lace
This museum in Alençon occupies a 17th-century former Jesuit college and houses around 20,000 works across three collections. The highlight is the Point d'Alençon lace collection, showcasing the only…
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Alençon Town Hall
The Alençon Town Hall is a neoclassical building constructed between 1783-1797 by architect Jean Delarue on the former site of the Château des Ducs d'Alençon. Built entirely of cut stone, the elegant…
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Château des Ducs d'Alençon
This medieval fortress dates from the 12th century when Henry I of England built a massive Norman keep here in 1113. The castle served as the seat of the Dukes of Alençon and was largely rebuilt betwe…
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Parc des Promenades
Parc des Promenades is Alençon's oldest public park, established in 1783 on former hunting grounds of the Dukes of Alençon. Spanning over 4 hectares directly behind the Town Hall, the park features Fr…
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