Beauvais, the essentials

A challenge for builders and a royal tapestry works: unique architecture and craft skills in Beauvais.

 Morning

Guided tour of Saint-Pierre de Beauvais Cathedral and the canonical district by a guide-lecturer. The ultimate jewel of 13th- and 16th-century Gothic art, an incredible challenge for builders, Beauvais Cathedral houses the world's tallest choir.

Visit followed by a completely revised presentation of the 19th century Astronomical Clock. This exceptional watchmaking ensemble is made up of 90,000 synchronized pieces, including magnificent automatons, and has just celebrated its 150th anniversary. 

 Lunch: we can recommend a selection of venues for food lovers.

Kir White Wine and Toast 

Mixed ham and duck terrine with pistachios

Roasted faux filet with Madeira sauce

Brie de Meaux on salad 

Charlotte with pears and custard 

^1/4 of Wine and Coffee 

 Afternoon 

City Tour 

Walking: Passing through the square dedicated to our heroine Jeanne Hachette, the church of Saint-Etienne and its 16th century stained glass windows will surprise you. This tour will allow you to understand the great periods of evolution of Beauvais from its creation during Antiquity to the Reconstruction after the great fire of June 1940 which destroyed more than 80% of the town centre. (pedestrian visit - if you wish to tour the town by coach, please contact us).

Then, guided tour of the Maladrerie Saint-Lazare in Beauvais, a unique ensemble in France. Its origins, which date back to the 12th and 13th centuries, make it one of the most remarkable examples of medieval hospital architecture. Visitors can also appreciate the medieval-inspired garden created inside the surrounding wall.

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