Water, green, old stones... Twisto reveals the character and charms of Caen through gentle strolls that can be reached by free shuttle bus, bus, streetcar or bike. Vieux Caen Historic Caen: Stroll along Rue Saint-Pierre to admire the half-timbered houses at numbers 52 and 54. Continue to Rue Froide (aptly named!), where you can navigate cobblestone streets and visit artisan shops and bookstores. At the top, you'll find yourself in Place Saint-Sauveur. Complete your journey by descending Rue Écuyère, steeped in history, before enjoying a well-deserved drink. Public Transport Options Stop Château Lines Stop Saint-Pierre Lines Stop Bellivet Place Bouchard Quatrans Marina Caen la mer Tourisme / Pauline & Mehdi - Photographie Explore the marina in central Caen—on foot, by bike, or even by scooter Admire the sailboats and the Alexis de Tocqueville library. Enjoy the marina ambiance, where you can enjoy a drink at an outdoor café accompanied by the sound of clinking masts. Public Transport Options Stop Place Courtonne et Presqu'île Lines Stop Presqu'île Lines Stop Place Courtonne Lines Stop Port de plaisance Port - Pace Courtonne Caen Botanical Garden Caen la mer Tourisme / Jean REMY Hidden behind gates, this 5,000 m² botanical garden is a haven with over 8,000 plant species. It’s a place for leisurely strolls, socializing, and reflection, and also serves as a space for conservation and raising awareness of biodiversity. Public Transport Options Lines Stop Jardin des Plantes Colline aux Oiseaux Caen la mer Tourisme / Pauline & Mehdi - Photographie Once a landfill, this 17-hectare park now boasts hundreds of labeled plant species, a rose garden with over 15,000 roses, a perennial garden, and a petting zoo. Today, the Colline aux Oiseaux is one of the locals' favorite spots in Caen. The park also features three fitness trails. Public Transport Options Lines Stop Colline aux oiseaux Prairie Caen la mer Tourisme / Les Conteurs A 90-hectare green space in the heart of town—think of it as Caen’s Central Park! It features a racecourse and an ornithological reserve with a pond full of birdlife. It’s a perfect spot for joggers and horse-racing enthusiasts. Public Transport Options Stop Prairie Lines Stop Lycée Malherbe Lines Stop Place Foch Stade Nautique - Lycée Malherbe
