Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours Church
19th-century basilica overlooking Le Havre's harbor
Near Rouen in Normandy, this 19th-century basilica occupies a hill above the Seine valley; visitors come for its views, religious services and as part of drives through Normandy's timbered towns.
Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours at a Glance#
How to Get to Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours#
Located in Bonsecours near Rouen. From Rouen city center or SNCF station take a local bus or taxi; the basilica is a short walk from the town center and riverfront.
Tips for Visiting Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours#
- Walk the quay to approach the basilica from the river side for a classic view
- Check the small museum or information room for local maritime artifacts often associated with the shrine
- Visit during an afternoon service to hear the acoustics fully used in hymn singing
Best Time to Visit Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours#
Coastal Normandy is most comfortable in late spring and summer; expect breezes and occasional rain.
Weather & Climate near Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours#
Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (740 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 66 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 57 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 4° | 55 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 5° - 14° | 7° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 63 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.2h |
| June | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 16.0h |
| July | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.6h |
| August | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.2h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 71 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.6h |
| November | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 76 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 78 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.0h |
