Patrimoine culturel

Cité Médiévale de Saint-Valery-sur-Somme

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Considered to be one of the jewels of the Picardy coast, Saint-Valery has its head in the clouds and its feet in the water. Great walls, bell tower, cobbled streets, old stone and wild flowers all combine to create its serene and tranquil atmosphere.

Saint-Valery-sur-Somme is an enchanting medieval town, a haven of peace and quiet where you can stroll along narrow, cobbled streets winding around the church (with 2 naves!) and leading to a little secret garden. Great historical interest combined with a superb view over the Baie from the ramparts!

About

The medieval town, steeped in history, has retained many elements from the Middle Ages: ramparts, towers, gates, a fortress, a church with two naves and fine 'checkerboard' walls combining flint and blocks of sandstone or limestone. The squares and narrow cobbled streets are ideal for a gentle stroll, along flower-decked streets with corbelled, half-timbered houses, the oldest dating from the 15th and 16th centuries, finishing at a lovely little botanical garden (the "Herbarium") tucked away below the ramparts.

Facilities

Services

Opening

Open all year

Accreditations

Rating & Accreditations

  • Listed or registered (CNMHS)

Activities

  • Temporary exhibitions
  • Specific theme activities

Location