Les Andelys is a town on the river Seine in the Upper Normandy region of northern France, some 30 km northeast of Évreux. As the name might suggest, Les Andelys is divided into its two original components: Grand-Andely and Petit-Andely.
- Château Gaillard. This fortress was dreamed of, skillfully designed and built by the fiery Richard I of England, feudal Duke of Normandy, better known as Richard the Lionheart. Like its creator, the stronghold of Les Andelys calls to mind strength, power, invincibility. Yet, the virtually impregnable fortress would live only a few years, just like Richard, who was too confident in his talents as a warrior.
- Petit Andely Saint Sauveur Church. Building Chateau-Gaillard required the presence of over three thousands workers in les Andelys. The Saint-Sauveur church was built for them. Works started in 1198 and were finished four years later, in 1202, that is why the church has an outstanding unity.
- Grand Andely Notre Dame Collegiate Church. This is the very place where the Queen Clotilde, wife of Clovis, founded the first Norman abbey in 511. The construction of the present church started in the 13th century and spread over a period of 500 years.
- Sainte Clotilde Miraculous Spring. Sainte Clotilde was the wife of Clovis, the first christian king of the Franks. According to the legend, the spring appeared during the digging of foundations. Upon Sainte Clotilde prayers, water would have turned into wine to quench the thirst of the builders !
- Half timbered house and belfry of la Madeleine. Located 93 rue de la Sous-Prefecture.
- Château de Gaillon, Allée de l'Ermitage, 27600 Gaillon (15 km from Les Andelys, via the D313, +33 2 32 53 86 40. W–M 09:30–12:30, 14:00–18:00; Closed Tu. Beautiful white renaissance château, that is nowadays distinctly battered-looking, of which the gatehouse is the most impressive retained element. Adults: €4, children over 6 €3, under 6 free. Pay an extra €2 p.p. for a guided tour..
Château Gaillard. This fortress was dreamed of, skillfully designed and built by the fiery Richard I of England, feudal Duke of Normandy, better known as Richard the Lionheart. Like its creator, the stronghold of Les Andelys calls to mind strength, power, invincibility. Yet, the virtually impregnable fortress would live only a few years, just like Richard, who was too confident in his talents as a warrior.
Petit Andely Saint Sauveur Church. Building Chateau-Gaillard required the presence of over three thousands workers in les Andelys. The Saint-Sauveur church was built for them. Works started in 1198 and were finished four years later, in 1202, that is why the church has an outstanding unity.
Grand Andely Notre Dame Collegiate Church. This is the very place where the Queen Clotilde, wife of Clovis, founded the first Norman abbey in 511. The construction of the present church started in the 13th century and spread over a period of 500 years.
Sainte Clotilde Miraculous Spring. Sainte Clotilde was the wife of Clovis, the first christian king of the Franks. According to the legend, the spring appeared during the digging of foundations. Upon Sainte Clotilde prayers, water would have turned into wine to quench the thirst of the builders !
Half timbered house and belfry of la Madeleine. Located 93 rue de la Sous-Prefecture.
Château de Gaillon, Allée de l'Ermitage, 27600 Gaillon (15 km from Les Andelys, via the D313, +33 2 32 53 86 40. W–M 09:30–12:30, 14:00–18:00; Closed Tu. Beautiful white renaissance château, that is nowadays distinctly battered-looking, of which the gatehouse is the most impressive retained element. Adults: €4, children over 6 €3, under 6 free. Pay an extra €2 p.p. for a guided tour..
- A Walk on the Seine Banks. The town of Les Andelys lies in a tight bend of the Seine. The valley has been shaped by the river, forming white cliffs. A walk on the riverside offers beautiful views on the ruined castle Chateau-Gaillard, the old houses of Petit-Andely and the Seine valley.
- A Boat tour on the Seine. Liberte Seine offers to explore the beautiful waterscapes of the Seine in the surroundings of Les Andelys, just as you like it. The boat has a maximum capacity of 6 passengers. It is perfect for a couple, a family or a party of friends. You can either choose one of the circuits of 45 mn to 2 hrs 45, or customise your tour, priced according to the duration.
A Walk on the Seine Banks. The town of Les Andelys lies in a tight bend of the Seine. The valley has been shaped by the river, forming white cliffs. A walk on the riverside offers beautiful views on the ruined castle Chateau-Gaillard, the old houses of Petit-Andely and the Seine valley.
A Boat tour on the Seine. Liberte Seine offers to explore the beautiful waterscapes of the Seine in the surroundings of Les Andelys, just as you like it. The boat has a maximum capacity of 6 passengers. It is perfect for a couple, a family or a party of friends. You can either choose one of the circuits of 45 mn to 2 hrs 45, or customise your tour, priced according to the duration.
- La Chaine d Or. French gastronomic restaurant listed in most major French restaurant guides. The building dates back from 1751 and is located in a charming setting along The Seine river in the Petit-Andely centre with its half-timbered houses and its 12th century church.
La Chaine d Or. French gastronomic restaurant listed in most major French restaurant guides. The building dates back from 1751 and is located in a charming setting along The Seine river in the Petit-Andely centre with its half-timbered houses and its 12th century church.