Rue du Gros-Horloge
The pedestrianized “Street of the Great Clock”—rue du Gros Horloge—runs between Rouen’s cathedral and place du Vieux Marché and is one of the hubs of the city. It’s named for an ornate gilt Renaissance clock mounted on an arch over the street and is connected to a bell tower; this had been the clock’s home until it was lowered in 1529 so that the Rouennais could get a closer look at it. You can climb the bell tower, stopping at the exhibition rooms along the way to learn about the structure’s history and watch the bells in action. At the top are lovely views of the old town and cathedral. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 1pm and 2 to 7pm from April to October, and from 2 to 6pm November to March. Admission 7.50€ for adults and 3.80€ for children ages 6 to 18 (free for children 5 and under; rouen.fr/gros-horloge), including audio guide.
The pedestrianized “Street of the Great Clock”—rue du Gros Horloge—runs between Rouen’s cathedral and place du Vieux Marché and is one of the hubs of the city. It’s named for an ornate gilt Renaissance clock mounted on an arch over the street and is connected to a bell tower; this had been the clock’s home until it was lowered in 1529 so that the Rouennais could get a closer look at it. You can climb the bell tower, stopping at the exhibition rooms along the way to learn about the structure’s history and watch the bells in action. At the top are lovely views of the old town and cathedral. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 1pm and 2 to 7pm from April to October, and from 2 to 6pm November to March. Admission 7.50€ for adults and 3.80€ for children ages 6 to 18 (free for children 5 and under; rouen.fr/gros-horloge), including audio guide.
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