firstplacechef Posted November 24, 2012 #1 Share Posted November 24, 2012 We're sailing Viking Spirit during Christmas next year. It looks like we will be in Rouen for Christmas. Will there be anything to do besides walking around? Maybe a Christmas Eve service at Notre Dame in Rouen, special meal on board, do you think any shops will be open? TIA, Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare franski Posted November 26, 2012 #2 Share Posted November 26, 2012 There are 2 different but interesting churches in Rouen... The Rouen Cathedral (Notre Dame) and the Church of St. Joan of Arc. There is lots of history in the cathedral - but we really liked the Church of St. Joan of Arc. Much newer - but beautiful in it's simplicity. I am sure that one - or both - of these churches will have a Christmas eve service. Fran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firstplacechef Posted November 26, 2012 Author #3 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Not that we would understand much, but thought it might be nice. :) Thanks, Fran. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare franski Posted November 26, 2012 #4 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Scott - there might be some things open on Christmas eve, although most things will be closed on Christmas day. http://gofrance.about.com/od/travelbyinterest/ss/Six-Best-Sights-And-Attractions-In-Rouen-Normandy.htm The tourism office is easy to find - and it seems to be open on Christmas eve - so that might be a good place to start. Fran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newlondon Posted November 26, 2012 #5 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Absolutely agree Franski. We thought the Joan of Arc church was spectacular. So much better than the small park on the site of her execution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firstplacechef Posted November 26, 2012 Author #6 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Just found this bit of info: The French celebrate Christmas on December 24th, so you might well find restaurants shut and many shops with very restricted hours. But in small towns and villages, you’ll always find the baker and the grocer open on Christmas Day morning, as well as the local bars. They will all close on Christmas Day afternoon however. Works for me, :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarEagle76 Posted November 29, 2012 #7 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Here is what I was told when on the cruise last month when I asked the question: Regarding sailings during Christmas, various options are usually offered depending upon when/where ship is around Christmas. Once, mid-night mass at Notre Dame was offered, another time a palace decorated for Christmas was offered so sounds like nothing specific, but will vary by cruise/year. Once again, if you are aware of something based upon your pre-cruise investigation, it could possibly be arranged by the cruise staff if not offered, just ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firstplacechef Posted November 29, 2012 Author #8 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Thanks WarEagle! So glad our season is finally over! WDE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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