Joan of Arc in Rouen.
Rouen is where Joan of Arc met her end in 1431 — and the city remembers her at every turn. Here's what to see.
The story
In 1431, the teenage heroine Joan of Arc was tried and burned at the stake in Rouen, on the Place du Vieux-Marché. Centuries later she was canonised, and the city has become one of the most important places to follow her remarkable story.
What to see
- Église Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc — a striking modern church on the Vieux-Marché, marking the spot of her execution, with beautiful stained glass.
- Historial Jeanne d'Arc — an immersive museum in the former archbishop's palace, where her retrial was held.
- The Place du Vieux-Marché itself — also one of Rouen's best squares for restaurants, including the historic La Couronne.
Fit it into your Armada trip
It's all in the old town, a short walk from the quays — easy to combine with the ships and a guided walk. See our one-day plan.
Walk in the footsteps of Joan of Arc
A guided tour is the best way to follow Joan’s story across Rouen. The Joan of Arc Historial is also included in the Rouen City Pass.
RouenRouen: Joan of Arc, Cathedral & Medieval Old Town
From the Place du Vieux-Marche to the Gothic cathedral and the Aitre Saint-Maclou, in the footsteps of Joan.
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RouenOfficial Rouen City Pass (24h, 48h, 72h)
15+ free attractions, museums, guided tours and unlimited public transport across Rouen.
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