Laon (French: [lɑ̃]) is a city in the Aisne department in Hauts-de-France in northern France. The Ancient Diocese of Laon, which rises a hundred metres above the otherwise flat Picardy plain, [3] has always held strategic importance.

Laon, town, capital of Aisne département, Hauts-de-France région, northern France. It lies northwest of Reims and northeast of Paris. The picturesque old town, situated on the summit of a scarped hill, stands high above the new town, which spreads out over the surrounding plain about 330 feet (100 metres) below the old town. The railway ...

2020年1月26日 · In the high town, encircled by eight kilometres of walls and formidable gates is France’s biggest protected historic centre. There are more than 80 historic monuments to discover in a city that was the capital of the Carolingian Empire in the early middle ages.

Laon is like an illuminating manuscript that hides the mysteries of France’s history. It’s up to you to discover them! This interesting walk of 4.3 miles (7 kilometres) alternates between rich heritage and a bird’s eye view over the surrounding countryside.

2021年11月29日 · Here’s my guide to visiting Laon France, a hidden gem tucked away in the northern Picardy area of France. If you want to take an off the beaten path day trip from Paris, Laon is the perfect choice. You can step back in time without crowds or tourist traps. My trip to Laon began this way …

Explore Laon. There are several important monuments in the town and your visit to Laon will include one of the finest cathedrals in France, the Church of Saint-Martin and the Templars Chapel, as well as substantial parts of the town's medieval ramparts including two imposing gateways through the walls. Cathedral Notre Dame of Laon

Awarded two flowers in the contest of cities and flowered villages of France, Laon is also appreciated by tourists for the beauty of its architecture and the richness of its history to discover the time of a stroll in the heart of the medieval city.

2017年8月24日 · Laon is the capital city of Aisne department in Picardy, northern France, between Saint-Quentin and Reims. Perched on a rocky hill, known as an ‘outlier’, the oldest part of the city (the upper town), looks down from a height of 100 metres over the plains of Champagne and Picardy below.

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Perched atop a limestone hill, Laon stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of medieval France. Its skyline, punctuated by soaring Gothic spires and ancient ramparts, invites visitors to step back in time and explore a place where history is not just remembered, but lived.