Provins: UNESCO Medieval Town, Ramparts, Shows and Getting There from Paris
Provins, in Seine-et-Marne, is a medieval town on the UNESCO World Heritage list since 2001. It is reached by train from Paris-Gare de l'Est (Transilien line P) in a little over an hour. You can visit the César Tower, the Tithe Barn and the underground galleries, walk along the ramparts and, in season, watch the equestrian falconry show "Les Aigles des Remparts". One day is enough to see it all.
Highlights
The César Tower
A keep that dominates the upper town. Entry is 5 euros for adults and 3 euros for children aged 4 to 12, 2026 prices as noted.
The ramparts
The town is ringed by ramparts and towers that can be explored on foot in a loop around the town. It is one of the most photographed views of Provins.
The Tithe Barn
This large medieval hall hosts exhibitions and activities. Entry is 5 euros for adults and 3 euros for children aged 4 to 12, 2026 prices as noted.
Practical info
Tips
The Pass Provins gives access to the five paid monuments (César Tower, Tithe Barn, underground galleries, Saint-Ayoul Priory, museum) for 17 euros (adult) and 10.50 euros (child aged 4 to 12), with audioguide or guided tour; the underground galleries alone cost 6 and 4 euros. The "Les Aigles des Remparts" show lasts about 45 minutes: 13 euros (adult) and 9 euros (child) online, 14 and 10 euros on site; the combined pass with the show starts at 29 euros. Prices noted in October 2026, check before you go. For other getaways, see our guide to day trips from Paris or the Château de Fontainebleau, also in Seine-et-Marne.
How to get there
From Paris-Gare de l'Est, take the Transilien line P train to Provins: allow about 1h15 to 1h30, with roughly one train an hour. The station is about 900 m from the centre, around a 15-minute walk; a tourist train links the station to the upper town in season. The tourist office is at 4 chemin de Villecran, 77160 Provins.
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