Amiens
		Amiens, the capital of Picardy, labeled city of Art and History, is famous for its gothic cathedral, listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Many other treasures are to be admired here : the Belfry, museums, Jules Verne's house, the Old District on the shores of the Somme, traditional puppets shows, the unique Hortillonnage gardens. With all of its charm and character,  Amiens is a true cultural treasure. Website

Boutique Hédiard Hédiard’s shops are characterized by a large range of delicatessen products both local and foreign, insistence on gourmet quality, and exceptional presentation of their products. Location:14 Rue des Vergeaux Tel: +33 (0)3 22 91 69 31 Website   Explore the surrounding region Discover our Cities Paris >> Versailles >> Lille >> Amiens >> Reims >> Dijon >> Metz >> Strasbourg >> Mulhouse >> Lyon >> Saint-Etienne >> Grenoble >> Avignon >> Aix-en-Provence >> Marseille >> Nîmes >> Montpellier >> Toulouse >> Bordeaux >> Nantes >> Angers >> Rennes >> Le Havre >> Rouen >> Nancy >> Nice >>	Cathedral in colors In the middle ages, the sculpted arches of Amiens Cathedral were painted in magnificent bright colors. The multicolored facade has been beautifully refurbished as part of a larger, ongoing restoration project.From the 14th June to the 21th September 2008 and from the 1st December 2008 to 1st January 2008 Website   Christmas Market The largest market in Northern France, only one hour from Paris. Over one hundred stalls running the length of the pedestrian streets in the town centre. The ideal place to browse around for the ideal gift... No doubt you will find your treasure ! Dates: November 22th to December 27th 2008 Website	Dining Address Book Les Marissons This charming restaurant is located in an ancient boat factory in the old district of Saint-Leu by the river Somme. The chef and owner, Antoine Benoit, prepares a “menu du marché” with local produce. Location: Pont de la Dodane, St-Leu section – Amiens Tel: +33 (0)3 22 92 96 66 Website City original Farmer's Market "Le Marché sur l’eau", a farmer market - every Saturday morning on place Parmentier. The gardeners of the Hortillonnages and the other local producers sell their fresh goods such as vegetables, fruits, flowers, cheeses, and poultry on a quay by the river Somme. Romance in the city The Calèches de Samarobriva Tour the city in a  horse-drawn carriage : from the Cathedral to the Belfry, discover the main highlights of the city and its history. Dates: April to October, 2007 Tel: +33 (0)3 22 71 60 50 Nightlife Marott Street Situated right in the center of town, this is a lovely café for a cup of tea in the afternoon or a glass of Champagne late at night. The café is located in an amazing space designed by a pupil of Gustave Eiffel in the 19th century. Location:1 Rue Marotte Tel: +33 (0)3 22 91 14 93