Sorbonne chapel

Heritage Days 2026: the Sorbonne Chapel and Richelieu's Tomb in Paris

The Sorbonne’s famous dome is unusually open to visitors during Heritage Days on September 19 and 20, 2026. In the heart of the Latin Quarter, the Sorbonne Chapel reveals its classical architecture, its history, and the tomb of Cardinal Richelieu.

Nuit Blanche 2025 in Paris: a musical and luminous installation in the Sorbonne chapel

The chapel of the Sorbonne University, in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, is hosting a dreamlike installation this Saturday, June 7, 2025, for the 24th edition of Nuit Blanche.

La Chapelle de La Sorbonne: the little-known architectural jewel of Parisian universities

Built in the 17th century in the Latin Quarter, the Sorbonne chapel embodies the elegance of French classicism, houses the tomb of Richelieu, and bears witness to the intellectual and architectural prestige of the ancient University of Paris. Inaccessible for over 25 years, it is due to reopen to the public in a few years' time.

The Sorbonne Chapel soon to be restored thanks to support from the World Monuments Fund

After 25 years of closure, the Chapelle de La Sorbonne is about to embark on a major restoration to become accessible to the general public once again. This historic treasure has been chosen by the World Monuments Fund, with the aim of safeguarding Parisian heritage.