What to do and see in Provins, Ile-de-France: The Best Sights & Landmarks

August 13, 2021 Leida Jutras

French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.
Restaurants in Provins

1. Les Aigles Des Remparts

Remparts du Cours Aux Betes Théâtre des Remparts, 77160 Provins France +33 1 60 58 80 32 [email protected] http://www.vollibre.fr
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4.5 based on 427 reviews

Les Aigles Des Remparts

An historical Equestrian falconry show. Take a flight of fancy...in the open-air Ramparts Theatre of Provins and let's tell the story of falconry through various cultures... A splendid aerial ballet of birds of prey, in perfect harmony with horses is waiting for you. From the origin with the arabian falconers to the kazakh eaglers, from the medieval feudalism to the fantastic, visitors will follow the birds of prey through these changing worlds and fall under the spell of their aerial feats. During the show you can see several species of birds : eagles, hawks, buzzards, kites, vultures, caracaras, owls and secretary birds... After the show, visit one of the greatest aviary of France with 100 birds of 25 different species !

2. The Saint-Jean's Gate and The Ramparts

77160 Provins France +33 1 64 60 26 26 [email protected] http://www.provins.net/decouvrir-visiter/sites-et-monuments-historiques/cite-medievale-de-provins/les-remparts/
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4.5 based on 217 reviews

The Saint-Jean's Gate and The Ramparts

These magnificent structures, which are currently being restored, were built in the 13th century. Growing as the city grew, they protected and surrounded, in the Middle Ages, the entire city of Provins. Today we can admire a beautiful part, and the complexity of the towers, which each have a different shape. Two fortified gates are still visible: the Saint-Jean gate, with its two almond-shaped towers, which defended the old Paris Road; and the Jouy gate, once surmounted by a bell, a small keep with a bell, which made it possible to watch out for the enemy and warn in case of danger.

Reviewed By rittcastillo - Copenhagen, Denmark

These splendid fortified walls built in13th century are really very impressive. The gate’s purpose with its two almond-shaped towers, was to ensure protection of the old road to Paris. Walk alongside these walls and feel the medieval atmosphere of the town. You can also get on top of the wall and enjoy the great view of the town and the fields surrounding the town.

3. La Legende des Chevaliers

Porte Saint-Jean, 77160 Provins France +33 1 60 67 39 95 [email protected] http://www.equestrio.fr
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4.5 based on 281 reviews

La Legende des Chevaliers

4. Cite Medievale de Provins

77160 Provins France [email protected] http://www.provins.net/
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4.5 based on 69 reviews

Cite Medievale de Provins

A medieval town close to Paris that you can visit all year round ! During the 12th and 13th centuries, Provins is at the height of its fame thanks to the famous Trade Fairs of Champagne. The urban structure is organised to accommodate the great number of wholesalers: the wide streets for the transfer of goods and for the stalls, the three level merchant’s houses with sumptuous vaulted low rooms... The impressive fortified wall was built during the 13th century and extended for 5 km (today 1,2 km), and it offers a catalogue of military architecture. Those ramparts showed off the power of the Earls of Champagne. Provins is a real showcase of medieval architecture (military, religious and civil) and it is one of the few towns in France that can boast of over fifty listed Monuments with historical value. Thus, Provins was inscribed on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List on December 2001.

Reviewed By dbaaronson - Asheville, United States

Visited as a day trip from Paris and really enjoyed the town and its well-preserved medieval locations. Everything is very walkable from the train station.

5. Le Prieure Saint-Ayoul

1 Cour des Benedictins, 77160 Provins France +33 1 64 60 26 26 [email protected] http://www.provins.net/decouvrir-visiter/sites-et-monuments-historiques/evenement-a-provins/
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Le Prieure Saint-Ayoul

15 ans ont été nécessaires pour restaurer ce site historique millénaire. Jardin, cloître et chapelles se découvrent en visite guidée ou audio-guidée. Un résultat subjuguant, avec de magnifiques fresques et enduits peints révélés au niveau de la croisée du transept et sur les murs. Démolition, incendie, reconstruction, le Prieuré a connu plusieurs vies et une histoire digne des plus grands romans !

6. La Tour Cesar

rue de la Pie, 77160 Provins France +33 1 64 60 26 26 [email protected] http://www.provins.net/decouvrir-visiter/sites-et-monuments-historiques/cite-medievale-de-provins/tour-cesar/
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La Tour Cesar

Built on the edge of a rocky spur at the beginning of the 12th century, the tower protects the former Earl’s Palace and dominates the valley. The tower is a potent symbol of power for the Earls of Champagne. The keep’s highly complex layout gives it a unique, massive and powerful appearance making it one of the most original stately dwellings of its time. The new scenography will take you back in time to give you a glimpse of the everyday life at the tower eight centuries ago. It used to be a watchtower, a prison, a bell-tower, and a place of military retreat. The keep offers a panoramic view over the town and its surroundings!

Reviewed By MartinG527 - Doha, Qatar

Provins is worth a half day stop by on the middle age cory and specially in the Cesat Tower. It's a fantastic piece well maintained that keeps a medieval atmosphere.

7. La Grange aux Dimes

rue Saint-Jean, 77160 Provins France +33 1 64 60 26 26 [email protected] http://www.provins.net/decouvrir-visiter/sites-et-monuments-historiques/cite-medievale-de-provins/la-grange-aux-dimes/
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La Grange aux Dimes

“Provins at the time of the Fairs of Champagne”This is a former merchant house. Dating from the 13th century, it is one of the most sumptuous buildings of Provins. Admire the sophisticated architecture of the rooms, sculpted capitals and the cross-rib vaults. This edifice was used as a covered market during the Fairs of Champagne up to the end of the 13th century, then as the place for paying tithes. Today, the Tithe Barn houses a permanent exhibition: scenes and characters bring to life the main crafts and the merchant activities of this time. Audio-guided visits available in exchange for identity papers.

Reviewed By Albywon - Sydney, Australia

Well designed attraction. The 4€30 entry free includes a self guided audio guide available in English or French. Very informative for all ages and great reconstructed occupations shown in period settings (see photos). Set over two floors with steep stairs to negotiate. IMHO this is the best attraction in the city.

8. Les Souterrains de Provins

3 rue Saint Thibault, 77160 Provins France +33 1 64 60 26 26 [email protected] http://www.provins.net/decouvrir-visiter/sites-et-monuments-historiques/cite-medievale-de-provins/souterrains/
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Les Souterrains de Provins

Originally these galleries were used as a quarry to extract a special type of fuller's earth for degreasing wool cloth (the wool cloth had a renowned deep blue almost black color and was much in demand during the Middle Ages). Once the cavities had been dug out, they became hiding-places, storerooms and also meeting places for various gatherings - some freemasons. Graffiti inscriptions, including Masonic symbols, testify to this. Guided tour only with 25 persons maximum for your own safety and to preserve the undergrounds. To be booked when purchasing ticket at the Tourist Office or in the monuments (except museum).

9. Eglise Saint-Quiriace

Place Saint-Quiriace, 77160 Provins France http://www.provins.org/histoire/monuments/saint-qu.htm
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4.0 based on 225 reviews

Eglise Saint-Quiriace

10. Eglise Saint-Ayoul

2 Cour des Benedictins, 77160 Provins France +33 1 64 00 04 23
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Eglise Saint-Ayoul

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