A Tour of Rouen, France
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Tarte au Pomme in Rouen is heavenly. A rustic northern take on the classic French dessert, chunky and delicate – a delicious contradiction!
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The dramatic bar of the Hotel de Bourgtheroulde. Dating from the 15th century, it’s steps from the spot where Joan of Arc met her demise
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Cathedral Notre-Dame de Rouen is one of the most spectacular in Europe. With roots dating in the 4th century- it was even (briefly) the tallest building in the world in 1876.
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The Nave of Rouen Cathedral was built to inspire. At 80 feet high, I just sit and marvel at the architecture.
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The perfect selection of local artisanal cheeses. I could live on this alone.
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Rouen’s Gros Horloge - or big clock - is a gorgeous 14th century astronomical clock. Its mechanism is one of the oldest in France dating from 1389.
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The breathtaking courtyard at the Hotel be Bougrtheroulde is the perfect place to end the day with a drink.
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A modern riff on the region’s classic “Homard a la Normande.” Normandy is famous for their small and succulent lobster.
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Rouen View. My room with a view at the Hotel de Bourgtherould. The amazing original leaded glass perfectly frames the architecture of the city.