Historial Jeanne d'Arc

You are standing in the exact building where history was made twice: Joan of Arc was condemned to death in this very Archbishop's Palace in 1431, and 25 years later, the same palace hosted the rehabilitation trial that cleared her name in 1456 - making it the only place in the world that witnessed both her fall and her posthumous redemption.

The Archbishop's Palace is the only one in France that still functions in its original role after more than 700 years. While other French episcopal palaces became museums or government buildings after the Revolution, Rouen's palace continues to serve the Archbishop, making your visit a rare glimpse into a living medieval institution.

Unlike traditional museums with glass cases and artifacts, the Historial uses cutting-edge technology to make 600-year-old walls literally come alive. Light projections, 3D installations, and interactive displays transform ancient stone into animated storytelling - it's like stepping into a medieval video game designed by historians.

The museum offers free audioguides in 10 languages, making it one of the most linguistically accessible attractions in France. Whether you speak Japanese, Russian, Dutch, or Portuguese, you can experience Joan's story in your native tongue - a fitting tribute to a figure who has become a global symbol of courage.