Troyes, the mediaeval capital of the Champagne region will surprise you by its charm.
visit of the old town
The Courtyard of the Gold Mortar - recalls the time of the Champagne fairs
The Cat's Alley - it is said to get its name because cats could easily jump from one roof to another without falling.
The Goldsmith's Tower C16th
The Town Hall - One of the few late Louis 13th-style buildings (C18th )
Religious monuments
St Peter and St Paul Cathedral (C12th-C17th)
Saint-Urbain Basilica - masterpiece of Gothic art (1262-1286)
Saint-Rémy Church - houses white marble bas-reliefs
Saint-Nizier Church - mixing of Renaissance and Gothic architecture (1508-1580)
St. John Church - it was the heart of the site of the Middle-Ages Champagne fairs
on the footsteps of rachi
The learned writings of Rachi, "the Prince of Commentators", and his solid reputation among the Jewish community, greatly contributed to the cultural rebirth which took place in the Champagne in the 11th century, and which spread all over of Europe.
Rachi is still remembered for his importance to both the city of Troyes and the Jewish faith.
Visit of the Sinagogue
the tool and crafts museum
Built in 1560, the knitwear industry started here in 1745. Unique collection of 10.000 ancient tools from C17th and C18th " Chefs d'œuvre " made by the Companions of Duty and the Tour of France. Library relating working life.
The market hall
During the renovation of the " new market ", archaeologists discovered remains from Gallo-Roman times to the C18th and even an early Medieval cemetary.
going shopping : the mcarthur glen centre
84 stores
200 less expensive brands
playing, reading, creative activities area for children aged between 4 and 10 years old.
museum of modern art
From Courbet (1850) to De Staël (1950), the greatest moments in French painting, with Fauvist and Expressionist movements. Collection of glassware by local artist Marinot, and a display of African art.
