Gerberoy Village de Peintres Et de Roses

Gerberoy, one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France," lies at the center of a triangle formed by Beauvais, Rouen, and Amiens in the heart of Picardy. Reaching an altitude of 188 meters, the village was granted the title of "town" in 1202 by King Philip Augustus. The houses of Gerberoy reflect both Picardy and Normandy influences, where half-timbered construction and brickwork coexist in a charming blend that captivated the post-Impressionist painter Henri Le Sidaner. In spring and summer, climbing roses on the facades transform the village into a veritable rose garden. It is to him that the village owes some of its charm: magnificent Italian-style gardens and the Rose Festival, held annually since 1928 with unwavering success.