Why visit Gisors?
Why visit Gisors? Three reasons, a one-day itinerary, and a simple solution to get there at your preferred time.
Gisors, a stronghold of the Vexin Normand, is built around an impressive motte-and-bailey castle. Located an hour from Paris, the castle and its Templar legends attract many curious visitors.
Located in the Eure department, about 70 km from Paris and 60 km from Rouen, Gisors is perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway. Once you arrive, the town is easy to explore on foot: it is the journey there and back in the evening that requires planning.
Must-sees in Gisors
- 1. The fortified castle and its keep
- 2. Saint-Gervais Church
- 3. The castle gardens
The best time to visit: The medieval festivals, in summer.
A day in Gisors, hour by hour
| 9:00 AM | Pick-up at your address in a private car, coffee on board, scheduled arrival 45 min later. |
|---|---|
| 11:00 AM | First visit: the fortified castle and its keep. |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch in the town centre, Norman specialities and local products. |
| 3:00 PM | Saint-Gervais Church. |
| 5:00 PM | The castle gardens. |
| 7:00 PM | Return journey to your address, Paris or the airport, with your driver at the agreed meeting point. |
Getting to Gisors without a car: what are your real options?
Gisors is not served by any direct train line. Travellers without a car rely on regional buses, whose schedules are based on local needs rather than Parisian trains or flights. A private car with a driver eliminates this final hurdle: you leave at the time you choose and arrive right at the door, luggage included.
Prices start from 115 € in a sedan to Paris, 140 € in a 7-seater van. The price is firm and shared between all passengers in the vehicle: for three or four people, comparing this with train tickets and a taxi for the final leg works out heavily in our favour.
How to get to Gisors — and get back
Gisors is located about 70 km from Paris and 60 km from Rouen, a 45-minute drive from the capital. In a private car with a driver, the journey is direct, from your address to your hotel, from 115 € in a sedan and 140 € in a 7-seater van, price for the entire vehicle.
For airport transfers from Gisors, count 140 € for Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 135 € for Orly. On your return, your driver will meet you in the arrival hall with a name sign and track your flight in real time.
Good to know before you leave
- Pack comfortable shoes: the town centre is best explored on foot.
- Book your visits and tables in advance during high season.
- Parking is often full on weekends: being dropped off avoids half an hour of driving around.
- The Norman climate changes quickly: a windbreaker is warmer than an umbrella against the sea breeze.
- Last trains leave early: check the return time before booking your dinner.
Towns served around Gisors
We don’t just stop in the centre of Gisors: hotels, guesthouses, reception venues, businesses, and surrounding villages are all served at the same per-kilometre rate. Here are the most popular destinations nearby, each with its own dedicated page.
- Vernon → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 15 km from Gisors. What to see in Vernon
- Giverny → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 5 km from Gisors. What to see in Giverny
- Évreux → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 5 km from Gisors. What to see in Évreux
- Étrépagny → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 15 km from Gisors. What to see in Étrépagny
- Gaillon → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 15 km from Gisors. What to see in Gaillon
- Les Andelys → Paris Shuttle — Eure, approx. 20 km from Gisors. What to see in Les Andelys
Taxi, VTC, or private shuttle in Gisors?
Many travellers search for a “Gisors taxi” when what they really need is a known price in advance. The difference is simple: a taxi starts the meter and the fare depends on traffic; a VTC like Navette Privée provides the price at the time of booking and does not change it, even in the event of traffic jams or a delayed flight.
- Gisors Taxi: convenient for a short trip in town, variable price, advance booking rarely guaranteed.
- Gisors VTC: booked at your chosen time, known driver, confirmed vehicle, fixed price.
- Gisors Airport Shuttle: 140 € to Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle, 135 € to Orly, 115 € to central Paris in a sedan, tolls and luggage included.
For an early morning departure, a late-night return, or a Gisors – Paris trip with luggage, a private shuttle is often cheaper than a metered taxi and always less stressful than a train with a connection. Call 06 88 14 67 82 or request your quote online: you will receive a response in a few minutes.
Book your trip to Gisors
The price quoted for Gisors includes fuel, tolls, parking, and meet-and-greet service. You can pay by card on board, by bank transfer, or by invoice if you are travelling for business.
- Fixed price provided before booking
- Telephone booking in under two minutes
- Bottled water and chargers on board
- Professional driver, recent air-conditioned vehicle