Situated on the historic Place du Vieux-Marché, Saint Joan of Arc church is Rouen‘s 20th-century response to the medieval Gothic churches that made the city’s reputation. Its sweeping curves ... Read more!
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Tower of Joan of Arc, Rouen
The Tower of Joan of Arc is the only part that remains from the medieval castle of Rouen. The former keep was named after Joan of Arc, who ... Read more!
Discover Meung Castle in the Loire Valley
Located between Orléans and Blois in the Loire Valley, the castle of Meung-sur-Loire was originally the country residence of the Bishops of Orléans. Meung Castle, listed as a ... Read more!
Normandie – Normandy
Normandy combines a rich green landscape with the tumultuous sea shores of the (English) Channel. From the Mont-Saint-Michel to the terrific cliffs of Etretat, the Normandy province stretches ... Read more!
Explore Bourges Cathedral, a jewel of Gothic art
Although little known and off the beaten track, Bourges Cathedral is worth a visit. The Cathedral Saint-Etienne of Bourges was built in record time between 1195 and the ... Read more!
Explore Rouen Cathedral, France tallest church!
Rouen Cathedral is arguably the most prestigious monument in this fascinating city of Normandy. It is one of the most exquisite pieces of pure Flamboyant work existing. It ... Read more!
The main dates of Rouen History
Rouen is the historic capital of the ancient Duchy of Normandy and remains the chief city of the new region of Normandy (Normandie). In the Middle-Ages, Rouen was ... Read more!
The Coronation of the Kings of France in Reims
The coronation of the Kings of France took place inside the Cathedral of Reims, a Gothic art masterpiece that has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site ... Read more!
