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Rouen, in Normandy, France, is a city of Gothic architecture, medieval lanes, half-timbered houses, and riverfront heritage. It is known for its Rouen Cathedral, Gros-Horloge, and its connections to Joan of Arc’s history.
Walking Rue du Gros-Horloge, you pass historic houses and the ornate astronomical clock archway. The Rouen Cathedral soars with spires, flying buttresses, and stone detail. Behind facades, timber-frame lanes and hidden courtyards open into dense medieval texture. The Seine River laps at embankments and bridges connecting old town to riverbanks.
Changing light across stone walls, tracery, and river reflection yields visual depth. In evening, lamp glow and cathedral silhouette punctuate dusk.
With Atlas Tours, your Rouen visit includes cathedral access, clock walkway, medieval lane strolls, lodging in historic quarter, and pacing that lets architecture and history settle. Whether drawn to Gothic stone, French medieval charm, or Norman history, Rouen invites you into Normandy’s storied city.









