Rouen is a city in the Upper Normandy region in the north west of France. Located on the banks of the River Seine, Rouen is the capital city of Normandy. Hiring a car in Rouen gives you the chance to head to one of the many famous attractions in the city, such as its Notre Dame Cathedral with its gothic style, which has featured in paintings by Claude Monet. Fans of motor racing will be interested to learn that the city was also once home to the French Grand Prix held at the Rouen les Essarts race track, a few remnants can still be seen today.
You can rent a car in Rouen from our branch at 43 Avenue de Caen and drive 1.5 miles to the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen. This Museum of Fine Arts was founded in 1801 by Napoleon I and is home to around 8,000 pieces including paintings, sculptures and drawings which date from the Renaissance period to the 20th century. Some of the most famous artists included in the exhibitions include Monet, Degas, Marcel Duchamp and Édouard Vuillard. The wider Normandy region is rich in history and culture, so hire a car from Rouen and take the time to explore the area and its many magnificent sights.
