Just here the bargeman pointed out to them the tiny church of St. Adrien. The "Rock Church," as it is known, is cut out of the chalk cliff, hanging high above the river. It looks like a bird's house perched up so high, with its four small windows and tiny bell-tower.
Presently Uncle Daboll said, "Look way down the river, children, and tell me what you see."
"Oh," cried Jean, "I see three church spires."
"More than that," said Germaine. "I can count seven."
"Both of you are right," said Uncle Daboll. "The three spires are those of three of the most beautiful churches in France. That tall, needle-like one belongs to the Cathedral of Notre Dame."
"THE CITY BEGAN TO UNFOLD BEFORE THEM"
"There is one which looks as if it has a crown on the top," said Germaine.
"It does look like a crown made of stone, and so it has been called the 'Crown of Normandy.' It is on the central tower of the church of St. Ouen."