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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, Rouen

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#1 of 71 in Historic Sites in Seine-Maritime

Experience the gothic inspiration that Impressionist painter Claude Monet felt at Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, where he filled 28 canvasses with the image of this cathedral. Gargoyles that dominate the rooftop stare down as you approach the façade, but even higher up is the soaring 151-m (495-ft) lantern tower atop the transept. Prepare for sweeping panoramic views of the Norman old town and Seine Valley from the lookouts.

The abbey also has several burials, including the tomb that contained Richard the Lionheart's heart. The cathedral's strong musical tradition means you may hear a talented organist playing the massive Jacquot-Lavergne organ. The preserved archiepiscopal palace and its conserved auxiliary buildings dating to the 12th century are rare gems in France. To visit Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen on your holiday in Rouen, and find out what else Rouen has to offer, use our Rouen day trip planner .

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By Carlos A

I didn't visit the interior, just make tour around the cathedral to watch the different views. If you visit Rouen don't miss the abbey were Jean D'Arc was crowned and the sorrounding streets with real... more »
By lechateau

Une des plus belles cathédrales de France. La "dentelle de pierre" qu'on y trouve en maints endroits, la silhouette élancée comme un immense vaisseau, sa flèche vertigineuse, et tant de chefs-d'oeuvre... more »

One of the most beautiful cathedrals in France. The "stone lace" found there in many places, the silhouette slender like a huge ship, its vertiginous arrow, and so many masterpieces inside the nave. I have a weakness for the "portal of booksellers", but it is necessary to see the crypt, the work of several generations of workers and artists, the Tower of butter, the rosaces... Each visitor can stroll, collect, accumulate indoor-outdoor photos. An experience not to be missed!

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By marinecalais

Début de soirée, elle nous attire par son éclairage... petites rues en pavés, petits bars autour, que du Bonheur... more »

Early evening, it attracts us by its lighting... small cobblestone streets, little bars around, only happiness...

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By richard jennings

World famous iconic cathedral with its flying buttresses and medieval architecture. The best views are from a boat on the Seine. There are visible signs of decay outside the building and it is very crowded at peak times.

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By Jean-baptiste Guillemot

Amazing cathedral, with the highest pike in France (Europe even?). A lot of history in and around. Almost always opened to visitors.

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By Brad Wright

Absolutely beautiful and elegant. I was a real treat to walk through the cathedral. Glad that I took the time to visit.

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By MEHULRAJ NADAR

Amazing structure which I found during roaming in Rouen. It was closed at that time as I saw some kind of restoration work was in progress. But exterior was astoundingly magnificent. Lot of open space available outside of this Church to spend leisure time. Tourist center is opposite of this church. Lot of eateries are located around.

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By jesse ong

A little crowded when we went. But a good place to visit and take pictures. You can then walk to ile saint louis.

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