The Seine River City on the is Rouen, a city located in northern France. It is situated on the River Seine, approximately 150 kilometers from Paris. Rouen is known for its Gothic architecture and its Notre-Dame Cathedral, which is one of the most important Gothic churches in France. The city has a long history, having been founded by the Gauls in the 1st century BC. Rouen is also known for its association with Joan of Arc, who was burned at the stake in the city in 1431.