What to do over spring break ?

Creative workshops in children’s paradise

From April 7 to 17 at 10:30, 14:30 or 16:30 Citémômes has put together a whole program of à la carte creative workshops for children aged 4 or 8 and over. On the program: classic favorites : Baz’Art and Croque ton musée and originals such as clay modeling, wreaths, Easter egg cards and much more.Info and booking

Illumination workshop

April 9 and 16 After a walk through the abbey ruins, listening to the legends of Jumièges, children aged 6 to 12 will create a medieval bestiary illumination. Info and booking

Magic painting workshop

Thursday April 10, 10am Discover the amazing effects of magic paint after drawing secret motifs at the MUNAÉ.Info and booking

Drawing workshop

Tuesday to Saturday, 2pm to 6pm The Maison de l’architecture invites children and adults to get together during the school vacations and draw together. Pencils, felt-tips and various cutting materials will be available to create a large collaborative fresco, which will be on permanent display in the “Reprendre la main” exhibition. Info and booking

Perfume creation workshop

Thursday to Sunday during school vacations Test your olfactory creativity by creating a perfume totally personalized to your image in a charming perfume shop in the heart of the historic center. Eugénie and Charles will guide you through a selection of more than 40 fragrances from France. Information and booking

Still life workshop

April 8 and 15 at 3pm Let yourself be inspired by the macabre decor of the Aître Saint Maclou during an artistic workshop, reinterpreting the skull according to your imagination with dried flowers! Information and booking

Small and large factories

April 7 to 17 The Musée des Beaux-Artsinvites children aged 6-8 and 9-12 to themed vacation workshops. This spring: creation of a mini fireplace in a matchbox, a terracotta archaeology workshop, reinvention of the cathedral spire… Info and booking

Melliferous gardeners workshop

April 8 and 15 at 3pm The gardens of Saint-Georges Abbey open their doors to children aged 6 and over for a melliferous flower planter workshop. Info and booking

Et Patati et Patrimoine

April 7 to 11, 2pm These workshops are offered by the Métropole as part of its Villes et Pays d’Art et d’Histoire program, and are open to children aged 4 to 12. Designed to be fun, they are based on observation, to make heritage accessible to all. On offer: Let’s play in the Aître Saint-Maclou, timber-framed houses followed by a 2D house workshop, fantastic animals, cluedo at the Abbey Church of Saint-Ouen, Mémory workshop at the Gros Horloge. Information and booking

Animals in museums

Wednesdays and Thursdays at 3pm Can you spot the animals in Rouen’s museum collections? They’re hiding in the Musée de la Céramique and the Musée du Secq des Tournelles. Bats, unicorns, bears, dragons and fish are just some of the animals to be found on this tour of feathers and scales, which will reveal some surprising stories about Rouen’s iron and ceramics heritage. Information and booking

Magic Rouen

April 12, 3pm Dive into your magician guide’s family history and relive the history of Rouen through the eyes of his ancestors.A magician, juggler and juggler, he’ll take you on a tour of the city’s past, complete with magic tricks and anecdotes. Information and booking

Little spies

Wednesday, April 9, 2pm Plunge into the heart of a secret mission with this game trail in the Donjon de Rouen! Children will take on challenges and decode riddles to unravel the mysteries of this historic fortress. Info and booking

The enigma of the mummified cat

April 9 and 16, 3pm Alongside a strangely exalted journalist, you’ll inspect the Aître Saint-Maclou to find the famous mummified cat, and investigate clues to solve the mystery: Who put it there? Information and booking

To mark the 10th anniversary of the Historial Jeanne d’Arc, (re)discover this archiepiscopal palace through a whole new program:

• Visit by candlelight, Friday April 11 at 7pm: Book now
• Sensory visit, Friday April 18 at 7pm: Book now

Rouen at horse’s pace

April 6, 9, 15, 17 and 21, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The “Cheval en Seine” team invites you to hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for a guided tour ofa guided tour of the Eau de Robec, Martainville and Saint-Macloudistricts , to discover a small part of the heritage of ” the city of a hundred steeples “. Info and booking

Night tour of the Aître Saint-Maclou

April 10 and 17, 9pm At dusk, Europe’s oldest ossuary takes on a magical, illuminated atmosphere. Usually closed in the evening, this historic monument opens its doors to you by night, accompanied by a guide. Information and booking

Visits to Jumièges Abbey

• Ruins by night, every Friday in April: stroll through the abbey at dusk, accompanied by historical, legendary and architectural anecdotes. Book now
• Romantic ruins, Saturday April 5: let yourself be enchanted by the grandeur of the ruins and the imagination of the artists who have made this site a romantic icon. Book
• Tales and legends, April 9 and 16: Between punished kings, bewitched wolves and courageous dukes, let yourself be captivated by the tales that have shaped the history of this emblematic site. Book now

Costumed tour of the Rouen Donjon

Sunday, April 20, 3:30pmDressed in period costume, your guide takes you back in time to the early 20th century to relive the great hours of the keep! It’s a colorful tour, with a wealth of fascinating anecdotes about the history of the Donjon! Info and booking

Little explorers

April 8, 15 and 17 at 2:30pm Like a little Sherlock Holmes of the woods, come along on a forest walk and discover the little beasts of the soil, equipped with a magnifying glass, in a Forêt d’exception®. Information and booking

Activities at Parc de Clères

• Family egg discovery, April 7 and 14. Book
• In the shoes of an animal caretaker, April 8 and 15. Book
• Water-basedearly childhood workshop on the river, April 14. Book

Explore the region by bike

Discover Rouen and its Seine Valley in a different way by renting your classic, electric or children’s bike at the Rouen and Jumièges reception desks or online.

Organ concerts at the Abbatiale Saint-Ouen

Every Sunday at 5pm Experience the unrivalled power of Aristide Cavaillé-Coll’s world-famous organ in the Abbatiale Saint-Ouen! Attend exceptional concerts, while contributing to the restoration of this architectural masterpiece.Information and booking

Musical evening at Restaurant Guillaume

Friday April 11, 7pm Swing to the rhythms of gypsy jazz from the 30s to today with Duo Extra Swing at Restaurant Guillaume. Guitars and flavors will harmonize around the repertoire of Django Reinhardt and his heirs. Info and booking

Quartier Libre opening weekend festival

Saturday April 5, 6pm-1.45am The summer season is officially open at Rouen’s Quartier Libre with this first weekend of house and techno!More info

Dance workshops

• April 12: Come and sway to the sounds of R’nB and Hip-hop at Planète Bien-Être. Book now
• April 15 to 17: Move to the rhythm of words and expressions with this contemporary dance workshop open to all. Book

The chocolate apprentice

On April 9 and 12,L’Atelier du Chocolat will introduce your child to the history of chocolate, dip their hands in it and taste some of our creations. During the workshop, your child will make his or her own Easter-themed chocolate and take it home with them. Info and booking

Exclusive tour of Les Halles de Normandie

Thursday, April 10, 9:30 am Usually reserved for professionals, Rouen’s Marché d’Intérêt National opens its doors to you for a unique and tasty immersion, with behind-the-scenes access and tasting of farm produce. Info and booking

Cheese and wine tasting

Thursdays and Fridays at 6.30pm Discover the best cheeses from Normandy and beyond with a passionate cheese-maker. Each cheese is accompanied by a historical anecdote and an unusual pairing to surprise your taste buds, in an authentic setting: the Taverne Saint-Amand. Information and booking

Reconstruction by Bike

Sunday, April 6, 3pm Join us for a guided bike tour of Rouen’s Reconstruction! From the Musée des Beaux-Arts to the Left Bank, explore the architectural diversity of this little-known period. Information and booking

Exhibitions Reconstruire, le Temps des Collections

Until June 1, in metropolitan museums This year, Métropole Rouen Normandie explores the many facets of Reconstruction, echoing the post-war period and the transformation of the region’s heritage. The Fabrique des savoirs and Corderie Vallois explore the post-war reconstruction of towns and factories, while the Musée des Beaux-Arts looks back at the restoration of the cathedral spire after the fire of 1822.The Musée de la Céramique looks at the symbolism of broken and repaired earthenware.Finally, the Musée Flaubert looks at the writer’s home as a place of memory and transformation. More info

Repair Café workshop

Saturday April 5 Before getting rid of your toaster, kettle or radio, why not try repairing them? At the Pavillon des Transitions, experienced handymen will help you give them a second life, while reducing waste and saving money! Info and booking

Exhibition Fables and Other Tales

February 8 to June 1 The Centre d’Art Contemporain de la Matmut – Daniel Havis presents the work of English artist Karen Knorr, inviting visitors to explore tales where imagination and reality merge. A disconcerting photographic exhibition where architecture and animals meet around the world. Join us for a guided family tour on April 19 at 4.30pm!(reservation required) More info

Bee to wax workshop

Thursday, April 10 at 2:30pm Join us at the Pavillon des Transitions for a family workshop on wax. You’ll make a natural alternative with a candle or food packaging.Info and reservation

Singing under the bells of the Rouen carillon

Saturday, April 5, 11:30 am The City of Rouen offers you the rare opportunity to sing along with the carillon, guided by singer Amélie Affagard. Come to the Albane gardens, on the north side of the cathedral, to join in the melodies of the carillonneurs. More info

• Jardins en éveil on April 5 and 6: This year, the spotlight is on fruit trees, with the theme “Les fruits défendus” (forbidden fruit). This event in the gardens of Saint-Georges Abbey features over 70 exhibitors sharing their know-how. There will also be lectures, concerts, a seed swap, workshops for adults and an entertainment village for children.
• Easter falls during the vacations this year, so don’t miss the egg hunts and events organized in Seine-Maritime!
• The Luminiscence immersive show is extended, good news for all those who haven’t yet had the chance to marvel at this magnificent 360° video mapping show.
• Open Capfinances from April 12 to 20: Meet France’s top tennis players and many of the world’s top players, preparing for Roland Garros at the 4th edition of the Open de Rouen.
• Foire internationale de Rouen. Last weekend to wander the hundreds of aisles in search of the latest trends. This year, the spotlight is on Canada!
• Courant d’Art. Until April 10, discover Ivan Martel’s exhibition, playing on the contrast between light and darkness, in the sumptuous Abbatiale Saint-Ouen.
• Spring Festival. Europe’s premier festival of contemporary circus is a major cultural event in Normandy, to be enjoyed by all the family until April 16.
• Spring market in La Bouille on April 13: Meet some 50 local exhibitors at La Bouille’s craft and gourmet market. A perfect Sunday to celebrate the arrival of spring.
• Exhibitions:Arboriculture au XVIIe siècle, in the gardens of Abbaye Saint-Georges, explores fruit-growing techniques in abbey gardens, highlighting the work of figures such as Abbé Legendre and Jean-Baptiste de La Quintinie. Paradeisos, in the Parc de Clères, pays tribute to visionary ornithologist Jean Delacour, highlighting his dream of a paradise where animals and vegetation coexist in harmony.