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Amiens is a hub between the Île de France and the rest of northern France; Normandy and Benelux; and France and Great Britain. Amiens is not directly on principal European road and rail arteries, such as the A1 motorway and the Paris-Lille TGV train line, at present.
Un parcours d'une île à l'autre sur les 28000 m2 du jardin entre espaces …. 8. Zoo d'Amiens. 600. Zoos. Located one hour from Paris, Amiens Zoo is involved in the conservation of endangered species, contributes to the advancement of scientific knowledge and raises the awareness of an ever-growing public…. 9.
- The top attractions to visit in Amiens are: Les Hortillonnages d'Amiens Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens Maison de Jules Verne St-Leu Parc Samara See...
- The best outdoor activities in Amiens according to Tripadvisor travellers are: Les Hortillonnages d'Amiens Parc Saint-Pierre Zoo d'Amiens Barques d...
- The best day trips from Amiens according to Tripadvisor travellers are: Somme Battlefields from Paris with Australian memorial & Amiens Cathedral F...
- The most popular things to do in Amiens with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'AmiensLes Hortillonnages d'Am...
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The Museum of Picardy, established in another imposing 19th century building, has some interesting archaeological items, and paintings by Old Masters, along with an extensive range of paintings and items spanning the last 2000 years. To make the most of your visit please first see our information about Amiens history. Enthusiasts of Jules Verne wil...
Popular local dishes to try during your visit include those made from fish - typically carp, trout and Somme eels cooked with herbs; and from meat - often braised, or cooked in beer. There are also some interesting local cheeses to try such as the Maroilles, Vieux Lille and Dauphin).
If you visit Amiens during the summer months the cathedral facade is lit to recreate the colours in which it was originally painted. Amiens is also home to one of the biggest and best Christmas markets in northern France, and this is another chance to see the light show illuminating the cathedral in its traditional colours. Among the places of part...
20,440. Explore Amiens. Dominated by its colossal 13th-century cathedral and situated nearby the Battle of the Somme memorials, Amiens pairs historic monuments with the youthful energy of a university town. Les Hortillonnages d'Amiens (floating market gardens), Jules Verne House, and the bars and restaurants of Quartier St-Leu add to its appeal.
- Amiens Cathedral. All kind of ingredients come together to make this one of the world’s great cathedrals, and it’s no wonder that the monument is a UNESCO site.
- Les Hortillonnages. On the western side of Amiens, within walking distance of the cathedral, the city gives way to a 65-kilometre network of canals coursing through reclaimed farmland with small houses.
- Saint-Leu. A few steps from the cathedral the streets are laced with waterways branching off the River Somme. You could pass a gentle afternoon ambling by the canals with painted old houses that would have had waterwheels attached in the middle ages.
- Maison de Jules Verne. The red-brick Maison à la Tour at 2, Rue Charles Dubois was Jules Verne’s home for 18 years until his death in 1905. The building is named for a quirky tower, capped by a domed skylight that illuminates the spiral staircase you’ll use to make your way around this riveting attraction.
Jun 24, 2014 · Europe. One of France's mightiest Gothic cathedrals is reason enough to visit Amiens, the former capital of Picardy. The mostly pedestrianised city centre, tastefully rebuilt after WWII, is complemented by lovely green spaces along the Somme River. Jules Verne lived the last 34 years of his life here; his former home is now a museum.
Welcome to Amiens, the destination for your weekends and great deals less than 2 hours from Lille and Paris. Amiens is rich in ancient cultural heritage and home to little havens of greenery: Notre-Dame cathedral, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hortillonnages (floating gardens), Jules Verne's house, Saint-Leu district (next to the water) in an environment that’s great for hiking or ...
