La historia de un crimen, una santa y un techo que parece una barbacoa divina
The church is open from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM every day (extended hours in summer). It is located on Place du Vieux-Marché and can be visited freely. For updated hours, check the official Rouen tourism website.
Admission is free, although donations for the maintenance of the monument are appreciated. No advance booking is required for individual visits.
It is recommended to spend between 30 and 45 minutes to appreciate the unique architecture and the impressive 16th-century stained glass windows. If you want to explore Joan of Arc's history in greater depth, you can spend more time.
This modern church, built in 1979, marks the exact spot where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake in 1431. Its stained glass windows are originals from Saint Vincent Church, destroyed in 1944, rescued and installed here.
Weekday mornings are quieter. Avoid July and August if you prefer fewer crowds. In spring and autumn, you will better enjoy the atmosphere of the nearby historic market.
Yes, the church has access ramps and is fully wheelchair accessible. Accessible restrooms are located in the adjacent covered market building.
Just a few steps away you have Rouen Cathedral (5 minutes on foot), the Gros-Horloge (a 14th-century astronomical clock), and the Joan of Arc Historial in the former archbishop's palace (10 minutes).
Keep quiet during Masses, usually Sundays at 11:00 AM. On Saturdays there is a medieval market in the square. Wear comfortable shoes to explore the cobbled surroundings and make the most of the bilingual information panels.
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