Timeless churches guide

Saint-Vincent-de-Paul Church: the building designed by the same architect as Gare du Nord

The Saint-Vincent-de-Paul Church, in the 10th arrondissement, boasts striking neoclassical architecture dating from the 19th century, set in the heart of the former Saint-Lazare precinct. A sanctuary with two twin towers that houses unique treasures.

Saint-Germain Church in Charonne, a well-preserved village church in the 20th arrondissement

The setting for a number of films, including Lautner's classic Les Tontons Flingueurs, the Eglise Saint-Germain de Charonne has retained its charm as a small church in the center of the old village of Charonne.

Notre-Dame-du-Travail church and its incredible metal structure

Built at the beginning of the 20th century to welcome the faithful workers of the 14th arrondissement, the Eglise Notre-Dame-du-Travail reveals a breathtaking structure of iron and steel.

St. Margaret's Church, the discreet church of the 11th arrondissement with a rich history

A little-known church for Parisians and tourists alike, the Eglise Sainte-Marguerite is well worth a visit. It is even rumored that Louis XVII is buried in the adjoining cemetery...

The Saint-Eugène-Sainte-Cécile Church, a striking Neo-Gothic interior in the 9th arrondissement

The Church of Saint-Eugène Sainte-Cécile is a sight to behold. Metal framework, a plethora of flamboyant stained glass windows, starry vaulting... It's one of the most beautiful churches in Paris.

The Church of La Madeleine, an ancient temple in the very heart of Paris.

The Eglise de la Madeleine as we know it today is the one Napoleon I imagined. Except that, at the time, the building was not intended to be a church, but a Temple of Glory dedicated to the Grande Armée. Its Greco-Roman architecture remains fascinating to this day.

Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky Cathedral, the Russian Orthodox Church of Paris

Paris is home to a magnificent Russian Orthodox cathedral in the 8th arrondissement, the Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. It’s not a sight you usually come across in Paris streets, and its richly decorated interior is open to visitors.

Saint-Augustin Church, a monumental silhouette in the heart of Haussmannian Paris.

Eglise Saint-Augustin is a stunning church. With its prominent metal frame and many architectural styles, it's unlike any other. What's more, it was completely renovated from 2016 to 2018, and is even more beautiful today.

The Dome Church and Saint-Louis-des-Invalides Church, two faces of Paris's history.

The Dome Church and the Saint-Louis-des-Invalides Church are actually one and the same building at the Invalides in Paris. Here’s the full story.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church, the heart of the Latin Quarter

The beautiful church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés has been through destruction and reconstruction. Fortunately, it's still standing today. And it's one of the last vestiges of Romanesque art in Paris!

Saint-Sulpice Church, Paris's second-largest church, in the Odéon district

The Eglise Saint-Sulpice is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in Paris, and the second largest church in the city after Notre-Dame-de-Paris. It's well worth an extended detour!

Saint-Séverin Church, one of the great Gothic churches of the Latin Quarter.

The Eglise Saint-Séverin, in the heart of the Latin Quarter, is a fine example of Gothic architecture that takes us back to medieval Paris.

The Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, the historic church that sits just steps from the Panthéon

The Eglise Saint-Etienne-du-Mont houses the remains of Sainte-Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris, as well as a little marvel rarely seen elsewhere that will delight connoisseurs.

The Saint-Gervais-Saint-Protais Church, 800 years of history behind Paris's City Hall

The Eglise Saint-Gervais-Saint-Protais is an example of a successful mix of different architectural styles. Classical, Gothic, Renaissance... the building and its impressive façade are a must-see in the 4th arrondissement.

L'Eglise Saint-Louis-en-l'Île, a Baroque gem worth discovering on Île Saint-Louis

The Eglise Saint-Louis-en-l'Ile is a beautiful, richly decorated church not to be missed on your stroll around the Île Saint-Louis!

Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis Church, the Marais' stunning Baroque church

The Eglise Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis, in the Marais district, is a place that takes us back into the history of Paris. With its impressive dome and Delacroix painting on the walls, it's a must-see in the 4th arrondissement.

The Church of Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, a Gothic jewel facing the Louvre

Just outside the Louvre, why not take a look at the Eglise Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, a beautiful church in the 1st arrondissement of Paris?

Saint-Roch Church, a Baroque treasure in the 1st arrondissement

During the French Revolution, the Church of Saint-Roch was caught in the crossfire. Centuries later, it has once again become a beautiful, imposing church, containing real treasures, such as the divinely painted choir vault and the relief-like Chapelle de la Vierge. A must-see in Paris's 1st arrondissement!

Saint-Eustache Church, the monumental church that dominates the Halles district.

You can’t wander through Les Halles without a stop at Saint-Eustache Church, which towers over the district. Shall we drop by?

Saint-Louis Church in Fontainebleau, the other royal landmark in Seine-et-Marne

Saint-Louis Church in Fontainebleau watches over the town center, right beside the château, since the reign of Henry IV. Commissioned by Marie de Médicis and later redesigned under Napoleon III, this parish church in Seine-et-Marne is being rediscovered in 2026, after a long restoration campaign.