Tower of Archives (Tour des Archives), Vernon
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7 attractions · 6h 11min · transit route
Tickets ~€15.5 · Transport ~€1.93
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About Tower of Archives
The Tower of Archives is the most impressive surviving remnant of Vernon's medieval castle, a 22-meter cylindrical keep built by King Philip II Augustus at the end of the 12th century to defend the French royal domain against English forces. Originally a square Norman tower constructed by Henry I of England in 1123, the structure was rebuilt in its current round form after Philip Augustus captured Vernon in 1196. 5 meters at the base and contains three storeys connected by a 102-step spiral staircase.
Tower of Archives — Planning Your Visit
Exterior Viewing Only
This attraction can only be viewed from the outside. Interior access is not available.
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The Tower of Archives belongs to the same architectural family as the famous Joan of Arc Tower in Rouen, both being among the first cylindrical master towers built by Philip Augustus in France. This innovative round design replaced the traditional square Norman keeps because circular walls had no corners that attackers could target with battering rams or mining.
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