Discover Beauvais

If you are looking for a hotel in Beauvais, you can plan your stay around different interests: Gothic architecture and medieval history, cultural attractions, or water and sports facilities. The sights and amenities offer concrete starting points for deciding which themes to include in your plans.

Cathedral and medieval history

Saint-Pierre Cathedral is a striking architectural landmark: its Gothic choir reaches a height of 48.50 metres beneath the vault. The cathedral also houses two astronomical clocks. An audiovisual presentation about Auguste-Lucien Vérité's astronomical clock explains how it works and shows its figures in motion.

Admission to the cathedral is free. It is open daily; opening hours vary by season and may change because of services, ceremonies or special events. Check the current visiting hours before your visit.

The Maladrerie Saint-Lazare represents a different historical focus: it is a former medieval leper colony dating from the 12th and 13th centuries and is protected as a Monument historique. You can take a seasonal stroll through its medieval-inspired garden; access may vary. If you plan to visit the garden, check the visiting arrangements in advance.

Museum and art attractions

The MUDO-Musée de l'Oise offers guided tours, workshops and events. As the programme changes, it is helpful to check the current offerings before your trip. The museum also presents the virtual exhibition “Histoire(s). Mythes, récits et merveilles”. Its availability may also change; check the latest information if you plan to visit the exhibition.

The Quadrilatère – Centre d’art de Beauvais reopened with a new artistic and cultural programme following a complete redevelopment. Tours led by the venue's interpreters are offered throughout the year; dates may change, so checking the current schedule is recommended. Accessibility is also relevant when planning your visit: the Quadrilatère has lifts and adapted equipment to improve accessibility. Confirm their current status before your trip.

Water, sports and walks

Aquaspace brings together different areas, each with its own offerings. The leisure area includes a 295 m² pool, slides, a play lagoon and a 120-metre water flume. The 31°C balneotherapy area has a pool, hot tub, sauna and hammam. The sports area includes a diving pit and a 25-metre pool with eight lanes. This lets you choose between leisure activities, wellness, and swimming or sports when planning your visit. As facilities may change, check the information before your visit.

For a walk, Parc Marcel Dassault is another option: you can stroll there alone or with your family. The park offers a different kind of outing from the exhibitions, architecture and water attractions. Which of these places you prioritise depends on whether you want to focus your stay more on culture, historic sites, exercise or a walk.

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