Alençon

Alençon

Alençon is a city in northwestern France, the capital of the Orne department in the Lower Normandy region, located about 169 kilometers west of Paris. It serves as the economic hub of the Orne department and an important educational center. The renowned Alençon lace (Dentelle d'Alençon) originated in 16th-century Alençon.

One of the highlights of visiting Alençon is the Musée des Beaux-Arts et de la Dentelle, which houses a diverse collection of Alençon lace, as well as paintings and fine artworks from the 12th to the 20th century. The museum also hosts various temporary exhibitions. The cobblestone streets lined with half-timbered houses add immense historical charm to the old town. Notable landmarks include the 15th-century Notre-Dame Cathedral, Gothic churches, and the Town Hall. The Alençon market, brimming with a variety of local specialties, is the best place to experience the city’s culture and lifestyle.

Alençon

Must-visit reason: Capital of the Orne department in France

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: France[France]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Lower Normandy Region [Lower Normandy Region]

City where the attraction is located: Alençon [Alençon]