Pont-de-l'Arche

Pont-de-l'Arche

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TownPont-de-l'ArcheLes Damps at 2.3 km (5 min)
Insee code27469Igoville at 3.8 km (6 min)
Postcode27340Alizay at 4.1 km (6 min)
Latitude49.3034490Criquebeuf-sur-Seine at 4.4 km (6 min)
Longitude1.1581690Léry at 5.5 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 2 to 131 metersSotteville-sous-le-Val at 6 km (8 min)
Surface9.35 km²Tostes at 6.1 km (8 min)
Population4004 inhabitantsLe Manoir at 6.4 km (8 min)
Density421 inhabitants/km²Martot at 7.1 km (8 min)
National labelTourville-la-Rivière at 7.1 km (7 min)
Chief townEvreux (at 38 km, 34 min)Les Authieux-sur-le-Port-Saint-Ouen at 7.6 km (9 min)
DepartmentEurePoses at 7.7 km (10 min)
RegionUpper NormandySearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

18 km south of Rouen. 35 km north of Evreux. 1 hour motorway from Paris. 3 km from the A13 exit Criquebeuf-sur-Seine.

Pont-de-l'Arche was founded by the king in 862 in order to dam the Vikings came up the Seine.

The city has maintained a military role during the Middle Ages before an administrative center under the Ancien Regime.

Since the French Revolution, Pont-de-l'Arche had a thriving shoe industry and footwear and now offers a pleasant living environment for both resident as to enjoy the services of the city center and natural resources and heritage.


SIGHTSEEING

Featured on the road to Rouen, Pont-de-l'Arche is a genuine medieval town surrounded by ramparts of the 13th century.

The 16th century church stands on a ridge overlooking both the Eure and the Seine. The church Notre-Dame-des-Arts is a perfect example of Gothic style found here and there in the valley of the Seine.

Do not miss the walk in the ancient streets where hundreds of houses with wood sides of the fifteenth, sixteenth, 17th and 18th centuries. There are bay windows, a front-Solier, Gothic ornaments, a carved wood panel, porches etc..

The old bailiwick (fifteenth and 18th century) and the Governor's house are two fine examples of administrative buildings of the Old Regime and are in good condition.

The former abbey Bonport (XII, XIII, 18th century) is a jewel of Gothic Cistercian architecture. Features above the dining hall and kitchen (hatch and fireplace). Visit of pay from April to September.

Natural side, the banks of the Eure is a treat. The nature reasserts itself in recent years on the banks happy Thanksgiving to plantations. Ducks, swans and other water fowl and coots are the delight of children from giving a few pieces of bread. The picnic and rides are ideal family in this place.

Detailed information
MonumentsAbbey Notre-Dame de Bonport
Natural sitesForest of Bord

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Market every Sunday from 8 am to 13 pm: fruits, vegetables, farm produce, rotisserie chicken, clothing etc..

Shows everything: the spring and in September (details on the municipal site).

Local fair Sainte-Anne: The last weekend of July.

Feast of paint on the banks of the Eure first Sunday in June (workshops, exhibits, picnic lunch, tavern).

Music Festival near the walls and streets of the city.

Numerous exhibitions in the Hall of Arms (painting, sculpture, themed exhibitions) all year.

Heritage Days the third weekend of September (workshops, entertainment, tours of the city).

Numerous activities throughout the year (festival committee and service activities and local life).


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Forest Bord-Louviers.

Base Recreation Lery-Poses (water sports, beach ...).

Coast Two Lovers (panorama and start hiking).

Elbeuf (industrial heritage since the 18th century).

Former Cistercian abbey of Fontaine-Guérard.

Old spinning Levavasseur (Pont-Saint-Pierre). Factory 19th whose architecture is inspired by the nearby abbey of Fontaine-Guérard.

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Banks of the Eure
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 6°C
Thursday 16 February
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Friday 17 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Pizzeria del centro
Saint-Léger-du-Bourg-Denis
Restaurant or take away. Family, home made pizza.
Located 14 km from Pont-de-l'ArcheFrom 5 € to 15 € per person 
La Maison Blanche  
9
La Bouille
Housed in a Norman house of character with panoramic views of the loop of the Seine, this restaurant offers a personalized and refined cuisine. The framework is equally suitable for...
Located 17.2 km from Pont-de-l'ArcheFrom 20 € to 50 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Du Coq à l'âne    
9.9
Le Bec-Thomas
Overlooking the Valley Olson, you find two independent cottages, Du Coq Donkey well in tune with the times, Jack (2 people) and Chantecler (4 people). A warm welcome and attentive responds...
Located 15.2 km from Pont-de-l'Arche55 € the double room 
Villa la gloriette  
Rouen
VILLA la gloriette b&b is ideal for a romantic getaway. Four guest rooms are waiting for you in our family property dating back to 19th century, set back from the major boulevards in...
Located 16.6 km from Pont-de-l'ArcheFrom 130 € to 150 € the double room 
Manoir de Captot    
9.6
Canteleu
Located in the town of Rouen. You'll be seduced by the charm and comfort of this manoir. 3 double rooms with private bathroom and view of the park are available. The your breakfast...
Located 17.9 km from Pont-de-l'Arche95 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La Villa Coloniale  
10
Romilly-sur-Andelle
Lyons forest 20 km, 28 ROUEN Km. C It was in an old factory building in 1900 a charming and spacious home has just been renovated. Retro-style colonial, period furniture, old telephones,...
Located 8.8 km from Pont-de-l'ArcheFrom 280 € to 460 € per week 
Gite 2 à 14 pers piscine et jardin
Connelles
House on the Seine, 8 rooms (220 m²) garden of 4000 m² with a large swimming pool. A 100 km west of Paris, 6 km from Louviers, 6 km of Andelys, 7 km from Gaillon, 17 km from Vernon,...
Located 8.9 km from Pont-de-l'ArcheFrom 400 € to 2000 € per week 
Gite des roses eure pres de louviers,
Andé
At the heart of the village of Ande and his mill, this vacation rental covers an area of ​​100m² with 2 bedrooms independent of each other, this cottage has an area of ​​800m², fenced...
Located 9.8 km from Pont-de-l'Arche400 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
L'Ile Adeline  
Poses
On the edge of Lake Poses and a golf course, in Eure, the campsite of L'ile Adeline is situated one hour from Paris and 20 minutes from Rouen. You can relax on one of the lake beaches,...
Located 5.7 km from Pont-de-l'Arche12.85 € per day 
Camping le clos normand    
8.2
Bourg-Achard
Located on the plateau of Rouen Roumois 25 km from this site offers an ideal base for visiting Normandy.
Located 25 km from Pont-de-l'ArcheFrom 13 € to 16.10 € per day 
Camping municipal Saint Paul    
9.6
Lyons-la-Forêt
Located on the edge of? A river in one of the most beautiful villages of France / 3 ha / 100 empl. Bounded by hedges for tents, caravans, camper / health / hot showers / Disabled Home...
Located 26 km from Pont-de-l'Arche16 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotel De La Tour     
8.1
Pont-de-l'Arche
Hotel De La Tour is located on the banks of the Seine River in Pont De L'arche. It offers guestrooms with cable/satellite TV and free Wi-Fi internet access. The affordable Hotel De...
Located in Pont-de-l'ArcheRoom from 68 €
Hôtel Floritel     
7.2
Tourville-la-Rivière
In a peaceful and green area, come and discover 'Floritel', our exceptional site, in the middle of the countryside. A balcony over the river Seine, ideal for a romantic weekend or business...
Located 3.6 km from Pont-de-l'ArcheRoom from 55 €
Fasthotel Val De Reuil    
7.7
Val-de-Reuil
Fasthotel Val De Reuil is located just 10 minutes from the Rouen Exhibition Centre. Free Wi-Fi internet access and free parking are offered to all guests. All of the rooms at this Fasthotel...
Located 6.1 km from Pont-de-l'ArcheRoom from 40 €

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