Jumieges, Upper Normandy Map loading, please wait   Visit: Yes  Rating: 2,266 People Upd: 2006/04/27 Benedictine Abbey Between Rouen and Yvtetot on the Seine N49 26 12.0 E0 49 21.7 Michelin # 304: 4E Michelin Green: p:273 Jumieges Abby, Seine river Tourist Info: link   N49 25 52.2 E0 49 02.3 Airport: No Railroad: No   Ferry: Ferry: No Jumieges is a small town, built around a big and impressive Benedictine Abbey. The Abbey was originally built in the 7th century. It is now a ruin, but can be visited. The Abbey was one of the most prestigious Abbeys in France, and was closed in 1790. You can arrive at Jumieges from Rouen via the Forest of Bretonne (D313-913). Then, you need to take a small car ferry across the Seine river. The views are impressive and recommendable. Things to do/see GPS Coordinates Comments/Links Cross the Seine in the ferry N49 25 43.8 E0 48 14.9 Visit Jumieges Abbey N49 25 55.0 E0 49 09.9 Visited Restaurants     The Seine river Crossing the Seine river in the small car ferry is impressive. Steep cliffs on one side. The main square in front of the Abby is well kept, with a lot of parking space. On the left photo, the red building on the left has the Tourist Office. Abby Entrance The Benedictine Abbey is worth a visit. Inside the entrance The park alongside the Abbey can be visited as well. Alongside the Abbey are many older houses. There are several restaurants and small hotels.

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