Louviers connects the banks of the Eure with traces of a long textile and urban history. The cloth industry left its mark along the branches of the Eure in Louviers for centuries. Those choosing Louviers as a destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture and History
At the Musée de Louviers, the Galerie Histoire Locale displays 19th-century photographs illustrating the history of the town of Louviers and its surroundings. The Manufacture Decrétot is also part of the town’s historical heritage: it was founded in 1779 by Jean-Baptiste Decrétot.
The Cloître des Pénitents is considered the only cloister in Europe built on water. The church of Louviers has been classified as a historic monument since 1846. Houses from the 16th and 18th centuries stand on Rue des Grands Carreaux; the street offers a rare glimpse into old Louviers.
Le Moulin in Louviers is now a place for cultural creation and outreach, as well as an event and festival hall. The building was constructed in the 19th century.
Paths through Louviers
The Circuit de Louviers leads step by step through the town. At the bridge on Rue des 4 Moulins, the water wheels of four mills once turned, grinding grain to make bread.
Markets and Regional Products
The Wednesday Marché des Saveurs in Louviers offers, among other things, sausages, tartiflette, cheese, baked goods, apples, pastries and cured meats. The Saturday market in Louviers offers fresh products, regional fruit and vegetables, fish caught that day, and meat from regional producers.
