Nine Paris Churches Worth Visiting
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Explore the map in the DocentPro app9 landmarks in Paris: Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, The Basilica of Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre, Sainte-Chapelle, and 6 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a web post.
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Church
4.7
• Iconic cathedral on Île de la Cité, reopened December 7, 2024 • Hosted Napoleon I's coronation • Featured in Victor Hugo's novel • Open daily from 7:50 AM to 7:00 PM
The Basilica of Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre
Church
4.7
• Overlooks Paris from Montmartre Hill • Home to the 'Savoyarde', France's biggest bell • Features a beautiful painting of Christ in the choir • Open daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM, free entry
Sainte-Chapelle
Church
4.7
• Known for its magnificent stained-glass windows depicting biblical stories • Built by Saint-Louis to house relics • Open daily (seasonal hours apply), closed Jan 1, May 1, Dec 25 ✓ Full-price ticket is €11.50, free for EU residents under 25
Church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Church
4.7
• Oldest among the great Parisian churches, construction began in 543 A.D. • Rebuilt in Gothic style during the 10th century • Open Tue-Sat 8:30 AM-8 PM, Mon/Sun 9:30 AM-8 PM
Saint-Eustache Church
Church
4.6
• Combination of Gothic and Renaissance styles • Known for its beautiful stained-glass windows and paintings • Open weekdays 9:30 AM-7 PM, Sat 10 AM-7 PM, Sun 9 AM-7 PM
Cathedrale Saint Alexandre Nevsky
Church
4.7
• Only Orthodox church on the list, dedicated to Alexander Nevsky • Features intricate gold-plated crosses and a richly adorned Byzantine interior • Overflowing with icons • Open Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, from 3 PM to 5 PM
Saint-Sulpice Church
Church
4.6
• One of the largest and most impressive churches in Paris, with Baroque and Classical styles • Features stunning frescoes by Delacroix, including 'Jacob Wrestling with the Angel' • Known for its grand organ and striking gnomon (astronomical tool) • Open daily from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, free entry
La Madeleine
Church
4.6
• Neoclassical church originally built as a temple for Napoleon's soldiers • Richly decorated interior with columns, paintings, and sculptures • Features a huge organ played by famous French musicians ✓ Not open for visits during mass, check official website for schedules
Église Saint-Augustin
Church
4.6
• First religious building of its size to use cast iron, eliminating need for abutments • Interior features numerous sculptures and paintings • Open Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-7 PM, Sat 9 AM-12:30 PM & 2:30 PM-8 PM, Sun 8:30 AM-12:30 PM & 4:30 PM-8 PM
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