Rouen, ville d'art et d'histoire

A Town of Art and History since 2002.

The rise of Rouen, located in a meander of the river Seine between the fluvial and marine waters, is intimately connected to the development its port.

Besides its commercial purpose, Rouen has played a significant role in politics and religion. Numerous buildings still testify to the grandeur of the city: the cathedral, Saint Ouen Abbey Church, the Law Court.

The city has preserved precious traces from the 16th century including the St Maclou Ossuary and the Gros-Horloge Astronomical Clock.

During the Age of Enlightenment, elegant town houses were built while the demolition of the fortification wall opened the city on its outskirts.