King Richard I's Embalmed Heart
His "Lionheart" is entombed separately from the rest of his body.

📜 Tomb of King Richard I's embalmed heart in Rouen, France.
🔍 Discovered during 19th-century renovations, forensically analyzed in 2013.

Why Go

👑 Historical significance of Richard the Lionheart
🔬 Unique forensic details of the embalming process
⛪ Located within the Church of Notre-Dame in Rouen

Why Avoid

🚧 Currently viewed through a gate due to renovations

Tips

🚶 Follow the right-hand aisle towards the back of the cathedral, tomb is on the left after the altar.

Last updated 28 days ago

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