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The Caudron Brothers Museum
Located in the Belfry, this museum displays personal
objects illustrating the work of the Caudron Brothers, pioneers
of aviation in Picardy. A number of model aeroplanes trace
the evolution of aeronautics from 1909 to 1939.
The Belfry
Via a staircase of 75 steps,
access to the guardroom and covered way. Access possible only
in good weather (binoculars recommended). Discover the aldermen's
room and the model of the old fortified town. The belfry houses
the Caudron Brothers Museum.
Practical info
Opening times
From 05/02 to 01/11 (except Monday mornings, Wednesdays,
Sunday afternoons and some French bank holidays) and from
17/12 to 02/01 (except Sundays and French bank holidays),
10 am-12:30 am and 2:30 pm-6 pm.
Open daily in July & August, 10 am-12:30 am and 3 pm-6:30
pm.
Admission free.
Prices
Guided visit upon reservation : 3 € per adult
(museum + belfry).
Rue Tourist Office
Tel : +33 (0) 3 22 25 69 94 or
+33 (0) 3 22 25 01 57
Fax : +33 (0) 3 22 25 76 26
E-mail : officedutourisme.rue80@wanadoo.fr
The Belfry and the Caudron Brothers Museum
Beffroi
80 120 RUE
Tel: +33 (0) 3 22 25 01 57
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