Musee Baron Gerard, Bayeux
Located in the former bishop's palace, the Baron Gérard Museum is dedicated to the history of Bayeux.
Located in the former bishop's palace, the Baron Gérard Museum is dedicated to the history of Bayeux. It presents archaeological, ethnographic and cultural exhibits, from the prehistoric era to the present day. See excavations from Neolithic times to the founding of Bayeux as Augustodurum, Renaissance paintings, and an impressive collection of handmade laces.
Hours
Sun
9:30
18:30
Mon
9:30
18:30
Tue
9:30
18:30
Wed
9:30
18:30
Thu
9:30
18:30
Fri
9:30
18:30
Sat
9:30
18:30
About Musee Baron Gerard
37 Rue du Bienvenu, 14400 Bayeux, France
+33 2 31 92 14 21
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