Visiting Gaillon (Eure): what to see, when to come, and how to get there

Why visit Gaillon?

What is there to do in Gaillon and how can you get there without a car? Here are the essentials, as seen by drivers who make the journey every week.

Gaillon is home to the first Renaissance château built in France, overlooking the Seine. An hour from Paris, it is a key Renaissance stop on the road to Rouen.

Located in the Eure, about 95 km from Paris and 45 km from Rouen, Gaillon is perfect for both a day trip and a weekend getaway. The town is easy to explore once you arrive: it is the outward journey and the return trip in the evening that need to be planned.

Must-sees in Gaillon

• 1. The Château de Gaillon
• 2. The banks of the Seine
• 3. The Vernon forest

The best time to visit: The summer château tours.

A day in Gaillon, hour by hour

Getting to Gaillon without a car: what really exists

Gaillon is not served by any direct train line. Travellers without a car rely on regional buses, whose schedules are based on local needs and not on Parisian trains or flight times. A private car with a chauffeur removes this last link: you leave at the time you choose and arrive at your doorstep, luggage included.

Prices start from 140 € in a sedan to Paris, 170 € in a 7-seater van. The price is firm and is shared between all passengers in the vehicle: for three or four people, comparing this with train tickets and a taxi for the last leg of the journey clearly works in our favour.

How to come to Gaillon — and how to leave

Gaillon is located about 95 km from Paris and 45 km from Rouen, which is a 1-hour drive from the capital. In a private car with a chauffeur, the journey is direct, from your address to your hotel, starting from 140 € in a sedan and 170 € in a 7-seater van, price for the entire vehicle.

To airports from Gaillon, expect 165 € for Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle and 160 € for Orly. On your return, the driver will meet you in the arrivals hall with a sign and track your flight in real-time.

• Gaillon → Paris Shuttle
• Gaillon → Roissy CDG Shuttle
• Gaillon → Orly Shuttle

Good to know before you leave

• Bring good walking shoes: the town centre is best explored on foot.
• Book your visits and tables in advance during high season.
• Parking is often busy on weekends: getting dropped off saves you from circling around for half an hour.
• The Norman climate changes quickly: a windbreaker is warmer than an umbrella when facing the sea wind.
• The last trains leave early: check the return time before booking dinner.

Communes served around Gaillon

We don’t stop at the centre of Gaillon: hotels, holiday cottages, reception halls, companies, and surrounding villages are served at the same mileage rate. Here are the most requested destinations nearby, each with its own dedicated page.

• Étrépagny → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 15 km from Gaillon. What to see in Étrépagny
• Les Andelys → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 5 km from Gaillon. What to see in Les Andelys
• Évreux → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 10 km from Gaillon. What to see in Évreux
• Le Neubourg → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 5 km from Gaillon. What to see in Le Neubourg
• Val-de-Reuil → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 15 km from Gaillon. What to see in Val-de-Reuil
• Vernon → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 15 km from Gaillon. What to see in Vernon

Taxi, VTC or private shuttle in Gaillon?

Many travellers look for a “Gaillon taxi” when they are really looking for a price known in advance. The difference is simple: a taxi starts the meter and the amount depends on traffic; a VTC like Navette Privée announces the rate at the time of booking and does not change it, even in the event of traffic jams or a delayed flight.

• Gaillon Taxi: practical for a short trip in town, variable price, booking in advance rarely guaranteed.
• Gaillon VTC: booked for a specific time, known driver, confirmed vehicle, fixed rate.
• Gaillon Airport Shuttle: 165 € to Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle, 160 € to Orly, 140 € to Paris centre in a sedan, tolls and luggage included.

For an early morning departure, a night-time return, or a Gaillon – Paris trip with luggage, the private shuttle is often cheaper than a metered taxi, and always less stressful than a train with connections. Call 06 88 14 67 82 or request your quote online: you will receive a response in a few minutes.