Excursion Medieval rouen tour at Honfleur

Rouen, situated on the north bank of the River Seine, is considered as the historic capital of Normandy.

Victor Hugo called Rouen the 'City of 100 bell towers'. It may not have that many anymore, but it certainly has enough to delight.

Departure from the pier and drive 1.5 hrs to Rouen via motorway.

Once arrived, follow your guide through rue Saint Romain, one of the town's most fascinating streets with the beautiful Gothic-Flamboyant style St-Maclou church, and along busting and popular Rue du Gros Horloge, which features a unique medieval defensive clock tower and nearby law court situated in an outstanding renaissance building.

Rouen's fascinating historic streets, with their Gothic churches, mansions and hundreds of restored half-timbered houses, will offer you all characteristic examples of medieval building techniques.

The cathedral was completed in 1507 when the grander Flamboyant Gothic south tower was completed. Rouen's Notre Dame Cathedral has the tallest church spire in France.

It is topped by an octagonal crown and never had a steeple. Visit the inside of Notre-Dame cathedral of Rouen (built between the 13th and the 16th centuries) which is considered as one of the finest achievements of the French Gothic art.

Go through the "place du Vieux Marché". It was on this old market square that Joan of Arc was burned alive, following her trial as a heretic in 1431.

After the visit, drive back to Honfleur via motorway.

Points of interests

points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Saint Romain street, St-Maclou church, Rue du Gros Horloge, Notre Dame Cathedral "place du Vieux Marché".

Note

Please note: This tour requires an extensive amount of activity including walking on unpaved or cobblestone roads for approximately 2.3km (1.5 miles). This tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. Entrance to the Cathedral and churches are subject to religious ceremonies. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, flat walking shoes and sun protection.