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Favorite thing: The old town of Auxerre has much that is similar to Rouen: old churches and a cathedral, a 16C Horloge and bell-tower, many half-timbered houses. But atypically one also encounters quaint modern polychromed statuary of famous townfolk by Francois Brochet such as the poetess Marie Rouget (Marie Noel).
Fondest memory: Its ambience
Written Jan 1, 2009
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Favorite thing: There are many different and rather funny statues in the centre. The statue of an old lady will surprise you (look the picture - the right side). This familiar image recalls one of the most important French poetesses of the 20th century: Marie Noel. She was from Auxerre region and, in solitude, she lived a very touching, internal adventure, which inspired the magic form of her popular songs.
Written Nov 3, 2004
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Favorite thing: Go up towards the town. Take the time to walk around and discover it. The town centre is superb, especially around the Hotel de Ville (Town Hall) and the 15th century Clock Tower. Here you can meet the "auxerrois". Their love of wine and taste for big style trading have given rise to a subtle, shrewd and pleasant spirit.
Written Nov 3, 2004
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Favorite thing: Saint-Etienne Cathedral is a model of elegance in accordance with the wishes of its designer, Bishop Guillaume de Seignelay (1215).
The sculptures on the facade, the design of the interior with its prominent chancel, the splendid stained glass windows.
It was built between 1023 - 1235.
Updated Nov 3, 2004
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Favorite thing: First of all you should go down towards the river, and take in the whole sight from the right bank, revealing the fine view. There are three great religious buildings: the Cathedral of Saint-Etienne, the Abbey of Saint-Germain and the vinedressers' church of Saint Peter dominate the Yonne which directs the whole region towards the Seine and Paris.
Written Nov 3, 2004
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Favorite thing: One more fact: In 1429 Jeanne d'Arc came in Auxerre and was stoped next to the Cathedral.
Written Nov 3, 2004
Favorite thing: Stroll along the city and have a look at the charming half-timbered houses.
Written Feb 25, 2003
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Stroll along the city and have a look at the charming half-timbered houses.
Q: Hi. I wonder if anyone can tell much which bus I can take from the station (SNCF) to the town centre? I had a look at the...
A: Nevermind, I found the info at http://www.vivacite.fr/master_page.asp?rubrique=22
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What a surprise! So many beautiful old buildings!
The city of Auxerre and the Auxerre region Tourist Information Centre have created a pedestrian route in Auxerre's town centre with markings to follow accompanied by a brochure , that i was given when...
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Auxerre was an important spiritual centre, a big market place for timber and wine, a town of songs and poetry. Today it is an active industrial and agricultural centre. By the way, get used to the...
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I've got some interesting experiences in Auxerre. I'd love to share with you the 6 tips I've written, the 19 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created.
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Why not start a page about this splendid town with a romantic twist? The French certainly know how to dress for a wedding. The idea of dressing down, like in my country The Netherlands, does not apply...
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