Passage De La Petite Horloge, Rouen Travel Guide

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Discover Rouen's secret Passage de la Petite Horloge, a charming and hidden courtyard with a miniature clock.

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Passage De La Petite Horloge

Tucked away between Rue des Faulx and Rue Eau-de-Robec in Rouen, the Passage de la Petite Horloge offers a glimpse into a hidden courtyard featuring a miniature clock. This charming curiosity, more of an intimate discovery than a grand historical site, intrigues those who stumble upon its discreet entrance.

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9 Rue des Faulx, Rouen, 76000, FR

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Look carefully for the entrance; it's easy to miss as it's unmarked.
The clock is small and can be easily overlooked, so take your time to explore the courtyard.
Visit during daylight hours to fully appreciate the light and details of the passage and clock.

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Getting There

Walking

From the Gros-Horloge, walk east along Rue du Gros-Horloge, then turn right onto Rue des Faulx. Continue a short distance; the passage entrance will be on your left. It's easy to miss, so keep an eye out for a narrow opening between buildings. There are no costs associated with walking.
Public Transport

From Rouen-Rive-Droite train station, take the Astuce bus line F1 towards 'Théâtre des Arts'. Get off at the 'Cathédrale' stop. From there, walk east along Rue du Gros-Horloge, then turn right onto Rue des Faulx. The passage will be on your left. Bus fare is approximately €2.

Discover more about Passage De La Petite Horloge

The Passage de la Petite Horloge, or Passage of the Small Clock, is a unique and somewhat secretive spot in Rouen. Unlike the famous Gros-Horloge, this petite version is hidden within a passageway connecting Rue des Faulx and Rue Eau-de-Robec. The passage itself is easy to miss, as there are no signs indicating its presence.As you walk through the passage, light gradually appears, revealing a private courtyard. In a corner of this courtyard, a slightly dusty clock face catches the eye. The story goes that the father of the current owner opened this small courtyard for personal use and for the other residents in 1978. Around 1982, being a clockmaker by trade, he installed one of his creations there.More of a charming curiosity than a historical landmark, the passage and its little clock never cease to intrigue those who find it. Sheltered from the public eye, time seems to stand still here, a sentiment reinforced by the static hands of the small clock.