Saint-Ouen Abbey, Rouen
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Medieval Rouen walking tour
10 attractions · 9h 48min · transit route
Tickets ~€24.7
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About Saint-Ouen Abbey
Saint-Ouen Abbey is a magnificent Gothic masterpiece in Rouen, often mistaken for the city's cathedral due to its impressive dimensions spanning 137 meters in length and 33 meters in height. Founded in the 8th century and rebuilt in Gothic Rayonnant style from the 14th to 16th centuries, this former Benedictine abbey showcases remarkable architectural unity despite over 200 years of construction. The church houses 1,523 square meters of exceptional stained glass across 80 windows, representing the largest collection of 14th-century stained glass in France.
Saint-Ouen Abbey — Planning Your Visit
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After the devastating fire at Notre-Dame de Paris in April 2019, Saint-Ouen Abbey's medieval oak timber roof structure became known as "the last great forest of France." This perfectly preserved 14th-century framework is one of the final surviving examples of the traditional Parisian-style "forest" roof construction, making it an invaluable architectural treasure.
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