Amiens

Amiens unfolds as a riverside city shaped by Gothic grandeur quiet canals and a gentle northern rhythm that guides you from the soaring silhouette of its cathedral to the intimate waterways of the Saint Leu district. As you walk through the center you feel the contrast between broad boulevards and the maze of colorful houses that line the Somme where terraces open onto the water and create a relaxed atmosphere from morning to evening. The floating gardens of the Hortillonnages add a unique natural escape reached by small boats that glide through narrow channels surrounded by reeds and flowers and this activity offers a peaceful counterpart to the urban sights. Amiens carries both literary heritage through Jules Verne’s former home and a contemporary creative spirit through its museums and cultural venues and the city’s blend of history water and greenery makes it an inviting place to move effortlessly between exploration and calm.