Planning a trip to Laon

Getting There -- If you're driving from Reims, go 45km (28 miles) north on A26. Trains arrive from Paris's Gare du Nord at least 15 times a day (trip time: 1 1/2-2 hr.). Others arrive from Reims seven times a day (trip time: 30-45 min.). For information and schedules, call tel. 08-92-35-35-85.

Visitor Information -- The Office de Tourisme is on place Gautier de Montagne (tel. 03-23-20-28-62; fax 03-23-20-68-11; www.tourisme-paysdelaon.com).