Elbeuf, Administrative commune in Seine-Maritime, France.
Elbeuf is a commune along the Seine River in Seine-Maritime that spreads north with residential areas and features dense woodland in the southern section. The town developed historically as a center for textile production with established infrastructure for manufacturing and trade.
The settlement appears on a map from the 10th century belonging to Richard I of Normandy under the name Wellebou, marking its early medieval origins. Over centuries it became a center for textile processing that shaped economic development across the entire region.
The textile museum in the town hall shows the importance of weaving to local identity and how the industry shaped daily life for residents over time. Visitors can see how traditional craftsmanship techniques were passed down through generations.
Saturday is market day at the center where visitors can purchase fresh produce and local goods. The surrounding areas are easy to explore on foot, and the proximity to the Seine makes orientation straightforward.
The town's coat of arms combines a patriarchal cross and a beehive, with both symbols representing the medieval and industrial roots of the community. The beehive symbol specifically refers to the work organization and diligence that characterized textile production.
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