Amazingly it was quite simple to drive and park right in the city center a few blocks from the cathedral; it definitely was not Paris traffic but we were glad to get out safe and back on the country roads when we left.
Our first stop was lunch at a boulangerie of course. Sandwiches, quiche and coffee or coke.
We then watched a very cool multimedia presentation (it was about 90 min.) at the Historial Jeanne d’Arc (Joan of Arc museum). It’s located in part of the palace of the Archbishop of Rouen. He resides in one section and this other section has been turned into the museum. We moved from room to room as videos were displayed on walls and different surfaces. We all know more about Joan of Arc than we ever thought we would. It was very well done ... said even the teenagers!
The old city center is very quaint and looks very old. It has a lot of nice shopping. Of course we were shopping only for windows ... 🤪
We then took a quick tour of the cathedral. It has the tallest spire in Europe. It’s a great example of gothic architecture, and they are currently renovating portions of it.
We ended our visit with a coffee and hot chocolate break ... very needed.
The day ended fairly early at “home” in Broglie. We made steak haché, potatoes, and green beans ... served with a béarnaise sauce for those of us with refined palettes. 😃
And pastries of course.
Bon nuit!
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