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Welcome Cocktail (Monday 24 June, 8pm, Historial Jeanne d'Arc)

The welcome cocktail (monday evening) will take place at the Historial Joan of Arc, in the "Salle des Etats". The Historial Jeanne d’Arc is a museum located in the historical heart of Rouen. It is a place dedicated to the study and understanding of the history of Joan of Arc. The museum was inaugurated in March 2015, after a period of intensive restoration to preserve and highlight the historic architecture of the building. The "Salle des Etats" is a major piece of the Historial and dates from the 18th century. It is decorated with chandeliers, statues, stained glass windows and master paintings, which gives it an elegant and historical atmosphere.

How to get there (7 rue Saint Romain) ?

Excursions

A choice of three excursions are offered for all participants and accompanying persons:

• Circuit of the norman abbeys (Saint-Georges de Boscherville and Jumièges)
• Visit to the Claude Monet foundation (Giverny)
• Guided tour of the historic center of Rouen

1. Circuit of the norman abbeys (departure at 1:45pm, Place de la Vieille Tour)

Abbey of Saint-Georges de Boscherville

The Abbey of Saint-Georges de Boscherville is a former Benedictine abbey located in the commune of Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville, in Seine-Maritime, France. It was founded in about 1113 on the site of an earlier establishment of secular canons and settled by monks from the Abbey of Saint-Evroul. The abbey church is almost entirely in the Romanesque style and is remarkable for its great luminosity. The chapter house (late 12th century) is famous for its historiated capitals, and the conventual buildings date from the 17th century.

The abbey is a popular tourist attraction and is open to visitors throughout the year. Visitors can explore the abbey church, the chapter house, and the conventual buildings. The abbey also has a beautiful garden that visitors can stroll through.

Abbey of Jumièges

The Abbey of Jumièges is a former Benedictine abbey located in the commune of Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville, in Seine-Maritime, France. It was founded by Saint Philibert, son of a Frankish count of Vasconia, around 654 on a royal estate in Jumièges. The abbey church is one of the most important examples of Romanesque architecture in Normandy and is dedicated to Saint Peter. The abbey was destroyed several times over the centuries, but the ruins are still impressive and offer an unforgettable vision. The abbey is a popular tourist attraction and is open to visitors throughout the year.

The abbey is surrounded by a beautiful park that is perfect for a leisurely stroll. Visitors can also explore the nearby village of Jumièges, which is home to several charming shops and restaurants.

For more information on the Norman abbeys, you can visit Norman Abbeys - Official website (normandy-abbeys.com).

2. Visit to the Claude Monet foundation, Giverny (departure at 1:45pm, Place de la Vieille Tour)

The Foundation Claude Monet presents the gardens and house of Claude Monet in Giverny, France. It is the second most visited tourist site in Normandy, with over 500,000 visitors per year. The house was transformed by Monet himself, with doors and shutters painted green, a yellow dining room decorated with Japanese prints from the 18th and 19th centuries, and a kitchen with blue and white ceramic tiles from Rouen. The gardens are famous for their water lilies and Japanese bridge, which Monet painted many times. The foundation also has a collection of Japanese prints and is open to visitors throughout the year.

For more information: Maison et jardins de Claude Monet – Giverny (fondation-monet.com).

3. Guided tour of the historic center of Rouen (departure at 2pm, Place de la Cathedrale, in front of the Tourism Center)

Rouen is a city located in the northwestern part of France, in the region of Normandy. It is the capital of the Seine-Maritime department and has a population of 114,187 inhabitants. Rouen is known for its rich history and culture, and is home to many museums, art galleries, and historic landmarks. The city is situated on the banks of the Seine River and is surrounded by beautiful countryside.

Some of the most popular tourist attractions in Rouen include the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen, and the Place du Vieux-Marché. The city is also famous for its cuisine, which includes dishes such as canard à la rouennaise (duck with a cherry sauce) and tarte Tatin (an upside-down apple tart).

Gala dinner (Thursday 27 June, 8pm, Place du Vieux Marché, La Couronne)

The gala dinner of the conference will take place at the gourmet restaurant "La Couronne", the oldest inn in France (which will be privatized for the occasion).

The restaurant is located "31 Place du Vieux Marché", 13 minutes walk from the Faculty of Law.