Place du Martroi, Central square in Orléans, France.
Place du Martroi covers approximately 9,200 square feet (2,800 square meters) in central Orléans and features an equestrian statue of Joan of Arc surrounded by 18th-century buildings with classic French facades.
The square was originally a necropolis during the Gallo-Roman period and later served as a wheat market in 1516, with its current layout redesigned in 1754 to create new public spaces.
The square features an equestrian statue of Joan of Arc erected in 1855 that commemorates the national heroine who played a decisive role in the liberation of Orléans during the Hundred Years' War.
The square is accessible by the modern tram system that traverses the area and offers pedestrian zones with nearby cafes, shops, and underground parking facilities for visitors exploring the city center.
Archaeological excavations beneath the square have revealed continuous occupation since the 2nd century BC, including Gaulish homes made of wood and cob with traces of earthen floors and hearths still visible today.
Location: Orléans
GPS coordinates: 47.90244,1.90384
Latest update: November 28, 2025 15:21
People often think they know Orleans, but the city always has something to tell. Behind its impressive cathedral, one discovers a lively old town with cobbled streets, half-timbered facades, and squares perfect for stopping. The history blends with the enjoyment of life: Joan of Arc still watches over the Place du Martroi, museums reveal their hidden treasures, and the banks of the Loire invite sunny walks. Along the quays, you encounter gardens, churches, Renaissance houses, and busy weekend markets. The city has maintained its calm pace without ceasing to surprise, balancing heritage, culture, and nature. Orleans is best explored at a slow pace, the one preferred by those who enjoy observing details, breathing the river air, and rediscovering their own city at every corner.
Equestrian statue of Joan of Arc
2 m
Église Saint-Pierre-du-Martroi d'Orléans
140 m
Maison de la Chancellerie
45 m
Chambre de commerce et d'industrie du Loiret
57 m
Maison, 94 rue Royale
45 m
Maison, 86 rue Royale
74 m
Immeuble, 39-41 rue Jeanne-d'Arc
123 m
Maison, 88 rue Royale
68 m
Maison, 84 rue Royale
83 m
Immeuble 33 rue Jeanne-d'Arc, Orléans
135 m
Maison, 82 rue Royale
91 m
Maison, 92 rue Royale
49 m
Maison, 83 rue Royale
81 m
Immeuble, 32 rue Jeanne-d'Arc
116 m
Immeuble, 29 rue Jeanne-d'Arc
145 m
Immeuble 37 rue Jeanne-d'Arc, Orléans
127 m
Immeuble 35 rue Jeanne-d'Arc, Orléans
129 m
Maison, 74 rue Royale
150 m
Maison, 78 rue Royale
105 m
Maison, 80 rue Royale
103 m
Immeuble, 34 rue Jeanne-d'Arc
112 m
Immeuble 31 rue Jeanne-d'Arc, Orléans
140 m
Immeuble 30 rue Jeanne-d'Arc, Orléans
131 m
Immeuble, 28 rue Jeanne-d'Arc
143 m
Immeuble, 26 rue Jeanne-d'Arc
158 m
Maison, 90 rue Royale
58 m
Hôtel Cabu
169 m
Couvent des Minimes d'Orléans
142 mReviews
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