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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › RouenRouen - Wikipedia

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   Rouen ( UK: / ˈruːɒ̃, ˈruːɒn /, US: / ruːˈɒ̃, ruːˈɒn /; [3] [4] French: [ʁwɑ̃] ⓘ or [ʁu.ɑ̃]) [needs Norman IPA] is a city on the River Seine in northern France. It is the prefecture of the region of Normandy and the department of Seine-Maritime. Formerly one of the largest and most prosperous cities of medieval Europe, the ...

2. en.normandie-tourisme.fr › unmissable-sites › rouenVisit Rouen - Normandy Tourism, France

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   Jan 15, 2024 · Rouen is a vibrant city on the River Seine, with a rich medieval and modern heritage. Explore its cathedral, museums, markets, quaysides and the sites linked to Joan of Arc and the Anglo-French kings.

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4. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g187191Things to Do in Rouen, France - Rouen Attractions

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   Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen. 4,651. Points of Interest & Landmarks. Gothic cathedral featuring impressive architecture, intricate stained glass, and the tomb of Richard the Lionheart. Hosts a nightly light show within the old town's heart. See ways to experience (20) 2023. 2. Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen.

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5. en.normandie-tourisme.fr › unmissable-sites › rouenThings to see and do in Rouen - Normandy Tourism, France

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   Dec 21, 2022 · Discover Rouen, the second city in France with the most listed buildings, and its rich history from medieval to modern times. Explore its stunning cathedral, clock tower, churches, museums, parks and more.

6. www.thecrazytourist.com › 15-best-things-rouen-france15 Best Things to Do in Rouen (France) - The Crazy Tourist

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   • Rouen Cathedral. For four years at the end of the 1870s Rouen Cathedral was the tallest building in the world. This was after the neo-gothic tower was finished, replacing a renaissance one destroyed by lightning earlier that century.
   • Gros Horloge. One of Rouen’s big medieval landmarks, the Gros Horloge is an astronomical clock with a mechanism from the 1300s mounted above a renaissance arch and passageway.
   • Musée des Beaux-Arts. Rouen’s world-class fine arts museum was inaugurated in 1801 when the precious items seized from churches and stately homes during the Revolution were nationalised.
   • Vieux Rouen. When Rouen’s ramparts were destroyed in the 18th century they were replaced by broad boulevards that continue to mark the limits of the medieval old centre.

7. www.britannica.com › place › RouenRouen | History, Population, Cathedral, Map, & Facts

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   May 17, 2024 · Rouen, port city and capital of Seine-Maritime département, Haute-Normandie région, northwestern France. It is located about 78 miles (125 km) northwest of Paris, on the Seine River. Known to the Romans as Rotomagus, the city first became important in the 3rd century ce, when Christianity was

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   When did Rouen become a city?

   • In 1204 the French captured Rouen, and the city prospered until the Hundred Years’ War (1337–1453), when, in 1419, it was taken by Henry V of England. In 1430 St. Joan of Arc, the patron saint of France, was imprisoned at Rouen in a tower that still stands and now bears her name.

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   What is Rouen famous for?

   • Endowed with a prestige established during the medieval era, and with a long architectural heritage in its historical monuments, Rouen is an important cultural capital. Several renowned establishments are located here, such as the Museum of Fine Arts, the Secq des Tournelles museum, and Rouen Cathedral .

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   Was Rouen a German city?

   • Rouen was occupied by the Germans during the 1870 Franco-Prussian War. The old city, on the right bank of the Seine River and surrounded by a natural amphitheatre of hills, has so many historical buildings that it has been called a ville-musée (museum-town). Indeed, much of this area was designated a preservation zone.

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   How many people live in Rouen?

   • Formerly one of the largest and most prosperous cities of medieval Europe, the population of the metropolitan area ( French: aire d'attraction) is 702,945 (2018). People from Rouen are known as Rouennais . Rouen was the seat of the Exchequer of Normandy during the Middle Ages.

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9. www.visiterouen.comVisite Rouen, site officiel de l’Office de Tourisme de Rouen

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   Rouen Tourisme propose de nombreuses visites guidées et activités insolites sur le territoire, que vous pouvez offrir à vos proches, sous forme de bons et cartes cadeaux ! Rendez-vous à notre boutique au Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen ou en click and collect sur notre site internet pour vous les procurer. Acheter.