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if you cross the road from the train station , walk right for 50 yard and then turn left you will find an english speaking cafe
the chap who owns it is v ery helpful
alternatively as you come out of the station bear right until you get to the level crossing, cross over it and turn right and you end up behind the station
carry on down this road about a quarter of a mile and you come across mcdonalds and a car hire place if you need one called rent a car tel:0164602988 who are english speaking
carry on about another quarter of a mile and you come across a massve shoppingmall and supermarkeet
in the same area is lidl and numeros restaurants
a reliable taxi service is 0620257284 who speak some english
if you require quicker access to the mall and supermarket
then get off the train at the stop before provins
Written May 3, 2008
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Provins is an easy and enjoyable day trip from Paris via Gare de L'est. The journey takes about an hour and 20 minutes. In October of 2007 we paid just under E 20 each for a round trip. There are multiple train times so scheduling is easy. Just remember in Provins to check return times. You wouldn't want to miss the last train back. Or would you?
Written Feb 14, 2008
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If you have a car, then:
- From the A4 Paris to Metz/Strasbourg motorway, take Exit 13 ("Serris"). From this exit take the D231 secondary road and follow the "Provins" signs.
- From Paris on the N4 highway, take the D231 secondary road and follow the "Provins" signs.
- From Paris on the N19 highway, follow the "Provins" signs.
- From the A5 Paris to Troyes motorway, take Exit 16 ("Châtillon-la-Borde"). From this exit take the D408 secondary road, then the N19 main road and follow the "Provins" signs.
- From the A6 Paris to Lyons motorway, use the "Courtenay" exit, pass through sens (that is really nice to visit as well!) and follow the signs for "Provins".
Updated Sep 26, 2005
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Trains depart from the Gare de l'Est station. Once you have entered the train station, go on your left towards the end of the station. There you'll find the ticket booth for "trains de banlieu" (commuter train) where you can buy your tickets for Provins.
PRICE:
Adult one way: 9.80€,
child one way: 4.90€
TRAIN TIME TABLE: click here to get check the departure times.
Departure point being "Gare de l'est", and arrival point being "provins"
Updated Sep 26, 2005
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The second way to come to Provins is by car : A4-Paris-Metz-Nancy; N4; N19.
The first point in your visit is good to be the Tourist Informations Center in the parking of Saint-Jean Gate open daily from 9-17.30. There is a nice lady who will give you a map with the points of interest and a lot of tips.
Written Sep 5, 2004
Website: www.viamichelin.fr
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You can reach Provins by train from Paris. The starting point is Gare de l`Est .For tarifs and departure can contact www.sncf.fr or by phone 01 64 00 01 95.Once arrived in the train station you`ll see in front of you on the top of a hill The Cesar`s Tower and the tower of Saint-Quiriace Church. Follow them and you`ll arrive.
Written Sep 5, 2004
Website: www.sncf.fr
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1) Take a train from Paris Gare de l'Est. The trip takes a little less than an hour.
2) A4 Paris - Metz - Nancy Motorway: Exit 13 signed "Provins"
3) N4 main highway: Exit signed "Provins"
4) N19 highway: Follow "Provins - Troyes" signs
5) A5 Paris - Troyes motorway: Exit 16 at Chatillon les Bordes and follow "Provins" signs
Updated May 2, 2004
Phone: +33 1 6460 2626
Website: www.provins.net
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If you're coming to Provins by train, read below! I arrived without a map and felt so lost. There was no map at the station and the people did not understand me.
From the station, cross the street and walk up Rue H Moreau. At the end of it, turn left and go up Rue du Four des Raines. After walking a bit, turn left onto Rue des Marais. Turn on the 3rd right to Rue Victor Garnier. At the end of it, you will see Place du General Leclerc.
Exit the plaza on your left by Rue du Val. This will lead you onto the main road of the town.
Written Apr 11, 2004
Phone: +33 1 6460 2626
Website: www.provins.net
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However cars are admitted inside the ramparts, the Medieval town was not at all busy. There are several gates in the ramparts. The main gate is getting refurbished actually and closed for cars.
Written Jul 14, 2007
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A romantic medieval village near Paris
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