Place Saint-Nicolas

Place Saint-Nicolas, in Auxerre

Place Saint-Nicolas is the heart of the Marine district of Auxerre, dedicated to the patron saint of the boatmen. The Auxerre audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this picturesque and convivial square, on the banks of the Yonne.

The square of the patron saint of the boatmen

In the heart of the Marine district, Place Saint-Nicolas bears the name of the patron saint of the boatmen and the bargemen, who once made the life of this district on the banks of the Yonne. A statue of the saint watches over it, recalling the river past of the town. Lined with old houses, cafés and terraces, the square gives off a picturesque and convivial atmosphere, turned towards the river. A lively meeting place, especially in fine weather, it is one of the most charming corners of Auxerre, where you like to stroll and sit facing the water.

What to see

You admire the statue of Saint Nicholas, patron of the boatmen, and you enjoy the picturesque atmosphere of the square lined with old houses, cafés and terraces, facing the Yonne. Place Saint-Nicolas is the charming heart of the Marine district. It is a convivial stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

Place Saint-Nicolas lies in the heart of the Marine district, on the banks of the Yonne, in Auxerre, reachable on foot. It is a public space open at all times, freely accessible; the cafés and terraces have their own hours. The square is particularly pleasant in fine weather, facing the river.

To whom is Place Saint-Nicolas dedicated in Auxerre?

To Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of the boatmen and the bargemen who made the life of the Marine district, on the banks of the Yonne; a statue of the saint watches over it.

Where is Place Saint-Nicolas?

In the heart of the Marine district, on the banks of the Yonne, in Auxerre, in France.