A city with multiple facets and surprising dynamism, Rouen is revealed through its cobbled streets and unique heritage. Classified as a “City of Art and History,” Rouen impresses with the many traces of its medieval past, which recall the history of France.
It is in the historic heart, on the right bank of the Seine, that you can discover the city’s riches. To fully appreciate Rouen, you should wander through its neighborhoods, constantly looking up to admire the numerous buildings and uncover hidden places. Timber-framed houses, the Saint-Ouen Abbey, the Palace of Justice, the Sainte-Jeanne d’Arc Church, the Notre-Dame Cathedral… You should also get lost in the Rue du Gros Horloge, explore the alleys of the Carré d’Or, delimited by the Place du Vieux-Marché and the Saint-Maclou Church. In Rouen, it’s pleasant to sit at a café terrace and imagine being outside of time. For all these reasons, Rouen is considered one of the top 10 things to do in Seine-Maritime and Normandy.
