Laon

Laon

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Laon		Chambry at 5.5 km (13 min)
Insee code	02408		Besny-et-Loizy at 6.6 km (13 min)
Postcode	02000		Bruyères-et-Montbérault at 6.8 km (14 min)
Latitude	49.5641330		Athies-sous-Laon at 6.9 km (14 min)
Longitude	3.6198900		Clacy-et-Thierret at 7.4 km (14 min)
Altitude	From 63 to 183 meters		Molinchart at 7.5 km (14 min)
Surface	42.00 km²		Chivy-lès-Étouvelles at 7.6 km (13 min)
Population	26463 inhabitants		Vorges at 7.8 km (15 min)
Density	656 inhabitants/km²		Presles-et-Thierny at 7.9 km (15 min)
National labels			Étouvelles at 8.4 km (14 min)
Department	Aisne		Chérêt at 8.8 km (16 min)
Region	Picardy		Search another town

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Laon, former capital of France.

Situated on a hill overlooking the plain of 100 meters, the city Laon has a charming historic center (upper town) surrounded by walls with the old cathedral, numerous churches, medieval streets and alleys in charge of a rich past architecture.

Laon sector has saved the largest of France! 83 monuments located within the precincts of the city.

Gastronomic specialty: the paved Laon chocolate.

• The historic center with the old cathedral, churches, medieval streets and alleys.
• The tourist office and vaulted to visit.
• The walls and walks around town with a breathtaking view of the lower town and countryside.
• The Museum of Art and Archeology.
• A small train runs through the old city.
• The libraries of the city and ancient documents.

• The historic ascent (old cars).
• The Euromedievales (medieval animations and costumes).
• The Festival Jazz'Titude.

• Near the Chemin des Dames and the Dragon's Cave, the village of Craonne, places of memory of the first world war.
• Central Park Recreation Center Chamouille (about 20 km from Laon).
• Abbaye de Vauclair and its botanical garden.

Drive on the south wall		The Cathedral
The cloister of the Cathedral		Cathedral
Cathedral		Abbey Saint-Martin
The Abbey of Saint-Martin		The Abbey of Saint-Martin
The Abbey of Saint-Martin		The cloister of the abbey of Saint-Martin
The Abbey of Saint-Martin, the empty bottle		L'Hostellerie du Dauphin
Old house		Porte de Soissons
Chapel Templar		Templar Chapel
Gate of the citadel of Henry IV		Porte d'Ardon

Monday 13 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 4°C

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 5°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C

Coelacanthe   9.7 Villers-en-Prayères The heart of vegetation and jean marie gisele lush welcome you in their restaurant in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Summer in the terrace waterfront and winter around the fireplace... Located 20 km from Laon From 25 € to 35 € per person

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Le Grand Logis   Marchais Nestled in a peaceful wooded countryside, and the heart of the marshes, to house the 4 guest rooms of the large house decorated with an undeniable taste and respect for authentic style.... Located 14.4 km from Laon From 80 € to 95 € the double room

Au jardin fleuri     9.7 Vauxaillon 2 guest rooms classified 3 ears Gites de France in a farmhouse in stone, situated in the countryside between Laon and Soissons and 1 hour from Paris. Homemade breakfast served in a... Located 17.7 km from Laon 60 € the double room

Domaine Le Parc     9.7 Danizy Authentic 18th chateau, period rooms, terraces and 5 luxury bed-rooms, cuisine with savoury products. Located 20 km from Laon

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L'Auberge Everhotel De Laon     7.3 Laon Located between Saint Quentin and Reims, the Auberge is just 3 km from Laon city centre and the train station. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free internet access. Each guest... Located in Laon Room from 49 €

Hôtel Ibis Laon      7.3 Laon This Ibis is located on the outskirts of Laon, just 3 km from the historic town centre. Its modern rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a desk. The Laon’s restaurant... Located in Laon Room from 58 €

Hotel De La Banniere De France      7.4 Laon In the heart of the Picardy region, this hotel sits in the centre of the historical city of Laon. It offers a gourmet restaurant and spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi. The soundproofed... Located in Laon Room from 61 €

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