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Behind the scenes at the Caen Normandy University Hospital
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European Heritage Days

Date

Saturday, September 21

Behind the scenes at the Caen Normandy University Hospital

Explore the Caen Normandy University Hospital!
Guided tours, exhibition, games: a full day discovering unique places.

Unique guided tours at the Caen Normandy University Hospital

For the 2024 European Heritage Days, the Caen Normandy University Hospital is organizing a series of guided tours to showcase the institution and its inner workings:

Rooftop tour: admire the view!

For the first time, the Caen Normandy University Hospital is offering you the chance to ascend the 23 floors of the renowned Côte de Nacre Tower (by elevator!) and admire the view from 87 meters high.
A unique visit not to be missed.

Tour of the model building: at the heart of the future Caen Normandy University Hospital

From the operating room to the private room and the treatment room, discover what the university hospital of tomorrow will look like! Designed in conjunction with the professionals of the establishment, this 250 m2 model buildingis a faithful version of the spaces that will be delivered during 2026.

Imaging services: innovation and cutting-edge technology

Visit the X-ray, CT and MRI roomsand discover all the innovations at the service of the patient!

 

The logistics platform: little known but essential

A vast 4,000 m² warehousewith rows of shelves piled high with packages—no, this isn't a large furniture store, but rather a vital component for the smooth operation of the hospital. A unique visit to a place that manages the receiving, storage, order preparation, and supply of the entire university hospital!

Freely accessible in the main entrance hall:

  • Exhibition: From yesterday to today: the history of Caen's hospitals
  • Games and activities

Information

Registration is mandatory for guided tours

Childrenunder 12 are not allowed on guided tours; those over 12 and up to 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, September 21
10am – 5pm
Communications Department of the Caen Normandy University Hospital
Caen Normandy University Hospital

Press contact

Communications and Sponsorship Department,
Avenue de la Côte de Nacre,
CS 30001
, 14033 CAEN cedex 9