Where is Rouen, France? (Really?!)

Rouen is in Normandy and is the capital of Normandy.

Rouen is in the north of France and at 1h30 by train of Paris.

You can see specifically where is Rouen with the map:

What I should know about Rouen, now?

Now, you know where is Rouen.

Good, let me helps you to know 2 – 3 stories very interesting who really passed in Rouen.

Your family and friends will be very impressed by these stories.

I share these stories with all the tourists who decide to take my Private Tour in Rouen.

Let me tell you 3 stories unbelievable about Rouen.

Why is Rouen famous?

Rouen is widely known for several things. First, Joan d’Arc was tried and executed here, and the cathedral that inspired the brilliant artist Monet to paint more than 30 paintings still stands today. With many cathedrals, Rouen has the charm of traditional French culture.

Is Rouen in Brittany?

No, Rouen in Normandy is the region’s former capital and has a distinguished history involving such figures as Richard the Lionheart, William the Conqueror and Joan of Arc – a richness of heritage that is also expressed in its outstanding medieval architecture.

Founded during Roman times, Rouen is a city that has seen some of the most important events in European history – it was the scene of WIlliam the Conqueror’s death in 1087 and Joan of Arc’s trial and execution in 1431, as well as being the final resting place of Richard the Lionheart’s entombed heart at Rouen Cathedral and the home of the Dukes of Normandy until William the Conqueror relocated to Caen.

Joan of Arc, died in Rouen burned

I know to tell you the end of the story is worst to captivate you.

But no. Because before to die, her story is unbelievable.

Let me ask you a question: How old are you?

I will not hear your reply but Joan of Arc died at 19 years old.

She’s one of the people most important in the history of France and England.

She only does that in 19 years. Unbelievable, no?

Rouen is very famous for the story of Joan of Arc.

If you looking for reasons to come in Rouen, we share with you 8 reasons.

What happened in Rouen France?

Rouen is indeed a very ancient city which was called Rotomagus during the Roman era.

At that time, Rotomagus was already an important trading town with an amphitheatre and thermae.

When the Vikings first made their incursion up the Seine River in 841, Rouen was overrun and consequently became the Normans’ capital from 912 until the time of William the Conqueror, who decided to establish his castle at Caen.