Auxerre

In northern Burgundy on the banks of the River Yonne is the splendid city of Auxerre, the capital of the Yonne department. A truly historic place to visit with the cathedral of Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre, the Place Saint Nicolas, the medieval clock tower half-timbered houses and narrow streets add a charm and inviting welcome.

Cruising downstream from the river Yonne from Auxerre you can join the Burgundy Canal at Migennes. Whilst heading upstream you'll enjoy the very romantic and picturesque Canal du Nivernais. The moorings are plentiful and numerous along both banks.

Historical buildings to visit in Auxerre

• The cathedral of Saint-Étienne dating from the 13th century is home to a unique fresco where Jesus Christ is pictured riding a horse.
• Abbaye Saint-Germain, which was founded in the 5th century
• Place des Cordeliers is in the city centre, historically old and lively with beautiful buildings and some good restaurants.
• The Clock Tower (La Tour de l'Horloge) is one of the city's historical landmarks built in the 15th century.

Some fun information for people who like Mathematics, Jean-Baptiste Joseph Fourier (1768–1830) was born in Auxerre. This famous mathematician developed the Fourier Series and Fourier Transform.