Senlis ?
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We had a great day out in Senlis a couple of years ago and it was well worth it. Have a look at:
http://www.beyond-paris.com/senlis.html
http://www.beyond-paris.com/senlis.html
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I go to Senlis a few dozen times a year and it is probably the most beautiful town in such close proximity to Paris, IMO. Take a train from Gare du Nord to Chantilly-Gouvieux (you actually arrive in Chantilly). The journey takes 24 minutes. As you walk out the front of the train station the bus depot is adjacent and to your left. You'll see that all of the bus stops have a sign denoting the destination of that bus so look for the sign for Senlis (bus #15). To get bus schedules bewteen Chantilly and Senlis use the local transport website (which has an English language option):
http://www.oise-mobilite.fr/
When you arrive in Senlis go to the tourist office (across from the cathedral) to get a map of the tourist trail around town and any other info you might need. The TO will be closed for lunch hours, usually from 12:30 to 2PM.
http://en.senlis-tourisme.fr/
There are some nice restaurants in Senlis, such as Hôstellerie de la Porte Bellon, Le Scaramouche and Le Bistro'nomik. There are many other places, fancier and less fancy, so you won't be lacking for choice.
http://www.oise-mobilite.fr/
When you arrive in Senlis go to the tourist office (across from the cathedral) to get a map of the tourist trail around town and any other info you might need. The TO will be closed for lunch hours, usually from 12:30 to 2PM.
http://en.senlis-tourisme.fr/
There are some nice restaurants in Senlis, such as Hôstellerie de la Porte Bellon, Le Scaramouche and Le Bistro'nomik. There are many other places, fancier and less fancy, so you won't be lacking for choice.
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If you do as FMT suggests, think about visiting the chateau in Chantilly as well if time permits. Although it's a reconstruction, it's a magical building with a huge and impressive art collection. We stayed nearby and the sight of the chateau in the late afternoon, in the mist, was unforgettable.
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I have visited Senlis twice now and enjoyed both visits. Many shops close at lunch time, so keep that in mind if you enjoy shopping. I had a terrific pizza for lunch there. I can't remember the name of the restaurant but it was very popular with the locals and in the old town center. Probably the only Italian place in town.
#11
But it is still better to visit the many delightful cities that actually have a train station when your time is limited.
Nevertheless, I made a photo report about Senlis 4 years ago: http://anyportinastorm.proboards.com/thread/5091/senlis
Nevertheless, I made a photo report about Senlis 4 years ago: http://anyportinastorm.proboards.com/thread/5091/senlis
#15
Kerouac's comment and photos in his Senlis photoblog interested me.. that many of the residents homes hide behind high walls. So different to those delightful tiny Bavarian towns with very 'open' gardens to enjoy when passing. Still, Senlis does look fascinating.