Neufchâtel-en-Bray

Neufchâtel-en-Bray is a small town in Normandy, located about 40 kilometers northeast of Rouen in the Seine-Maritime department. It features a traditional French town center with narrow streets, half-timbered houses, and a market square that serves as the community gathering point.

The town grew around a medieval castle that guarded the region and offered protection to residents. Over the centuries, it developed into an important trading center in Normandy, shaping the commercial patterns that still influence the area today.

The name comes from a medieval castle that once stood nearby, with 'Neuf' meaning new and 'Chastel' referring to the fortress. Visitors can see how this heritage shaped the town's layout, with narrow streets and stone buildings clustered around what was once the castle's influence.

The town is accessible by car and public transport options are limited, so renting a vehicle is helpful for exploring the surrounding area. Accommodations range from simple guesthouses to country inns, and walking through the old town is the best way to experience daily life.

The town is famous for Neufchâtel cheese, a heart-shaped cheese product made here since medieval times. This local specialty holds protected status, and its production remains deeply rooted in the regional economy and identity.

Location: Seine-Maritime

Location: arrondissement of Dieppe

Elevation above the sea: 144 m

Shares border with: Lucy, Ménonval, Neuville-Ferrières, Quièvrecourt, Saint-Germain-sur-Eaulne, Saint-Martin-l'Hortier

Phone: +33232975300

Email: accueil@neufchatelenbray.fr

Website: http://neufchatelenbray.fr

GPS coordinates: 49.73389,1.44056

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:21