We spent the day in Honfleur where the Seine River meets the English Channel. The town was a favorite of 19th-century Impressionists who were captivated by Honfleur’s unusual light. Eugène Boudin lived and painted in Honfleur and Claude Monet was a frequent visitor.
One of the highlights is Saint Catherine's Church. This unusual church has a wood-shingled exterior and two naves.
The bell tower was built a good distance away, so that parishioners would not be burnt in case of a fire.
The first nave was built in 1466 and the second was added in 1497. They were built on the model of a market hall, using naval construction techniques, which gives the impression of an upside-down ship's hull.
The Renaissance balcony around the organ is decorated with musicians.
Other sights around town include a vintage carousel (with two levels!).
Some great old buildings and other tidbits.
Above a door.
And last but definitely not least, the harbor.
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