Quay of the Yonne River

The quays of the Yonne, in Auxerre

The quays of the Yonne offer one of the finest views of Auxerre, over the river and the silhouette of the town. The Auxerre audio-guided tour stops here to evoke these peaceful banks, where the monuments of the city are reflected.

The mirror of the city on the river

The quays of the Yonne, which run along the river at the foot of the old town, offer one of the finest panoramas of Auxerre. From the other bank, the city reveals its tiered silhouette, dominated by the spires of Saint-Étienne Cathedral, Saint-Germain Abbey and Saint-Pierre Church, which are reflected in the water. Once animated by river trade and timber floating, the quays are today a pleasant place of promenade, lined with trees and boats. At sunset, when the light gilds the monuments, the picture is striking.

What to see

You admire the tiered silhouette of the town reflected in the river, dominated by the spires of the cathedral, the abbey and Saint-Pierre Church, along banks lined with trees and boats. The quays of the Yonne offer the finest panorama of Auxerre. It is a must-see stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The quays of the Yonne run along the river at the foot of the old town of Auxerre, reachable on foot. They are public banks freely accessible; the promenade is particularly beautiful at sunset, when the light gilds the monuments. You also enjoy the boats and the cruises according to the season.

What can you see from the quays of the Yonne in Auxerre?

The tiered silhouette of the town reflected in the river, dominated by the spires of Saint-Étienne Cathedral, Saint-Germain Abbey and Saint-Pierre Church.

Where are the quays of the Yonne?

At the foot of the old town of Auxerre, along the river, in France.