The Plan de Rome is a unique 70m² model made by the Norman architect Paul Bigot between 1900 and 1940 at Caen University, near the castle. The scale model of ancient Rome during the reign of Constantine the Great in the 4th century is listed as a Monument Historique. Available to book: guided tour of P. Bigot's model, audiovisual show, virtual model. Duration: 1 hr.

Further information

  • Free tour

Opening

From Tuesday 06 January 2026
to Friday 24 July 2026
Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Open
Sunday Open
From Monday 17 August 2026
to Thursday 31 December 2026
Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Open
Sunday Open

Prices

Base rate - full rate adult : 5 € Base rate - full rate adult : from 6€ to 7,50 €
Price Min. Max.
Base rate - full rate adultMardis du plan de Rome (en amphithéâtre 150 places) 5€
Base rate - full rate adult(visite virtuelle + maquette de P.Bigot) 6€ 7,50€
  • Gratuities

Means of payment

  • Carte bleue
  • Debit cards
  • Postal or bank cheques
  • Cash

Proposed services

Equipments

  • Auditorium
  • Bar, cafeteria, tea room
  • Fully equipped meeting room
  • Free parking

Services

  • Bicycle parking