Walk in Pont-Audemer

A visit to discover the city of Pont-Audemer in Normandy.

An easy and short walk to visit the city of Pont-Audemer, which is nicknamed the "Venice of Normandy". This is due to the fact that the river Risle has several branches connected by small canals that cross the city. The city is not very large and is easily visited.

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Duration: 2 h.

Departure point (Google Maps)

La Risle

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La Risle — Pont-Audemer was an important port with a flourishing industry, especially in leather and paper. From the 1960s onwards the road replaced the port and the last barge left the port of Pont-Audemer in 1975.

The canals

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The canals — The nickname of "Venice of Normandy" associated with Pont-Audemer is a bit exaggerated, there are not many canals crossing the city.

The water

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The water — Canals run through the city and houses could have direct access to water. Thanks to this easy access to water, the tanning industry was able to develop.

The church of Saint-Ouen

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The church of Saint-Ouen — Although the construction was spread over seven centuries, the facade has always remained unfinished.

Half-timbered houses

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Half-timbered houses — In this street you can find many half-timbered houses.

La Risle

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La Risle — Another branch of the river La Risle.

Old Norman houses

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Old Norman houses — Pont-Audemer was 40% destroyed during the last war but many old houses still remain.

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