Provins
A medieval market town on the World Heritage list, with well-preserved ramparts, Caesar's Tower, and underground passages. Knight performances are held in summer.
Provins was once the hub of an international medieval fair in the County of Champagne, and it was listed as a World Heritage Site in 2001. The Upper Town preserves about 1.2 km of ramparts and gates, the 12th-century Caesar's Tower (climbable to the top), the Church of Saint-Quiriace, and the Tithe Barn. In the Lower Town, you can visit medieval underground passages. From April to November, there are paid performances, including a raptor show called 'Eagles of the Ramparts' and knightly jousting. A medieval festival is held in mid-June. The tourist office sells combined tickets. Take Transilien Line P from Paris-Est station for a direct trip of about 1 hour 20 minutes. From the station, walk up to the Upper Town or take the small train.
Opening hours
Old town open all day; sights about 10:00–18:00, shorter in winter
Nearby sights
- La Vallée Village
- Disneyland Paris
- Palace of Fontainebleau
- Parc Astérix
- Père Lachaise Cemetery
- Le Marais & Place des Vosges
- Canal Saint-Martin
- Notre-Dame de Paris