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Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen

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Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen
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You will discover 10 must-see places in Rouen and some hidden and unusual places as well.

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Matthew – United States

Ludovic is everything anyone would want from a guide. He is energetic, knowledgeable and puts his guests first. He loves his city and it shows!

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Ronald – United States

Our guide, Ludovic, has such enthusiasm and love of his city.

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    Starting location:

    13 Pl. du Général de Gaulle

  • Hidden gem

    Visit (5 minutes)

  • Secret stop

    Visit (10 minutes)

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    Guided tour (10 minutes)

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    Notre Dame Cathedral, Rouen

    Guided tour (15 minutes)

  • Finish at:

    Pl. de la Cathédrale, 76000 Rouen, France

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Highlights

  • Discover the history about Joan of Arc
  • Learn some unusual stories about the Cathedral
  • Be transported back to the Romans and the Vikings periods

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Stop At: Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, 3 rue Saint Romain, 76000, Rouen France

Description of the facade and its history

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Abbatiale Saint-Ouen, Place du General de Gaulle, 76000, Rouen France

The Saint-Ouen abbey in Rouen is one of the main monuments of the city of Rouen; its abbey church is a completed example of Gothic architecture in Normandy. The abbey is the subject of a classification as historical monuments by the list of 1840

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Aitre Saint-Maclou, 186 rue Martainville, 76000, Rouen France

L'aître Saint-Maclou is a former mass grave dating from the 16th century, located at 186, rue de Martainville in Rouen, France. It is one of the rare examples of such an ossuary surviving in Europe. The Saint-Maclou is the subject of a classification as historical monuments by the list of 1862

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Gros-Horloge, Rue du Gros Horloge, 76000, Rouen France

The Gros-Horloge is one of the emblematic monuments of the city of Rouen. The building, attached to a belfry, consists of a Renaissance arch spanning the rue du Gros-Horloge surmounted by an astronomical clock from the 14th century.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Place du Vieux-Marche, Esse endereço na França é em Rouen e não em Caen onde se encontra a atração, Rouen France

It was on this square, in the middle of the Hundred Years' War that Joan of Arc was burnt alive on May 30, 1431. The place, as Joan of Arc could see it, did not resemble what it was. is today. The square was smaller and its space was occupied by the Saint-Sauveur church, the Saint-Michel church and by a large market hall. It was also the usual place of executions. A large cross was erected on the site of the pyre.

In the middle of the square, the remains of the old Saint-Sauveur church have been unearthed. It is in this modest parish church that Pierre Corneille was baptized, his birthplace, rue de la Pie, now transformed into a museum located nearby.

Today it is a lively square, around which are restaurants and bars

Duration: 20 minutes

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  • My name is Ludovic, I have been living in Rouen for 30 years and I invite you to discover Rouen and some of its secrets. I like human encounters and welcome each guest as if they were a friend. Between humorous show and picturesque ride, dressed as a sailor, I take you on my imaginary boat to make you discover Rouen in my own way: historical anecdotes, unusual streets... Come aboard my boat "La Royale", destination Rouen and its history! I will share my knowledge of Rouen, my gastronomic tips as well as many unusual stories about the city and some of its emblematic characters such as Joan of Arc and the Vikings. I have lived in Rouen for more than 30 years and my passion for its history as well as my interpersonal skills will ensure that you will live a unique experience that will make you appreciate my beautiful city!

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I will be dressed as a sailor. I will be close to the O'kallaghan's pub (13 Place du Général de Gaulle, Rouen)

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Matthew – United StatesMarch 9, 2025 – Verified booking
Ludovic is everything anyone would want from a guide. He is energetic, knowledgeable and puts his guests first. He loves his city and it shows!
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Ronald – United StatesOctober 9, 2024 – Verified booking
Our guide, Ludovic, has such enthusiasm and love of his city.
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Amy – United StatesAugust 12, 2024 – Verified booking
This was one of the best tours I’ve ever taken in France! Rouen is a very walkable city but even with my Rick Steves book, I would of missed a lot of information and places to see! Our tour guide was AMAZING and truly had a love for his city!

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