Heritage Days 2025: visit Saint-Gervais church

Published by Cécile de Sortiraparis, My de Sortiraparis, Graziella de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on July 15, 2025 at 12:16 p.m. · Published on August 31, 2023 at 04:43 p.m.
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, the Saint-Gervais-Saint-Protais church in Paris invites us to discover the site on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, with a series of fascinating tours.

Some of the most beautiful churches in Paris are opening their doors to the public for the Journées du Patrimoine. This is the case this year atSaint-Gervais-Saint-Protais church, which awaits us on the weekend of Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025, with a fine program.

Located opposite the Hôtel de Ville, theSaint-Gervais-Saint-Protais church is a little-known gem of Parisian heritage. Its origins date back to a consecration in 1420, and it took almost 150 years to give it the appearance we know today. With its imposing western facade completed in 1621, it was to inspire other churches in the capital.

You'll be amazed by the interior, which, despite the trials of time and history, has retained its original charm. Its flamboyant Gothic architecture places it among the Renaissance churches of Paris, such as Saint-Étienne-du-Mont. And what about the 16th-century choir stalls or the magnificent 16th-century stained glass windows, probably the work of Jean Cousin and Jean Chastellain?

To discover all these treasures, join us on the third weekend of September to take advantage of the events organized for the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris.

On the program for the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at Saint-Gervais church:

  • Concert on Couperin's organ
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 15:00 ⤏ 15:45

    Come and enjoy an exceptional, monumental concert on Couperin's organ.



  • Guided tour of Saint-Gervais church
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 15:45 ⤏ 16:45 | Sunday, September 21, 2025 - 15:30 ⤏ 16:30, 16:30 ⤏ 17:30

    The organists of Saint-Gervais church will be presenting the Couperin organ on Saturday September 20 at 3pm, beginning with a short concert.



  • Guided tour of Couperin's organ gallery
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 15:45 ⤏ 17:30

    On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, come and discover a monumental historical and artistic heritage during a presentation and tour of Couperin's organ gallery, with commentary by an organist.



  • Visit to Chapelle Sainte-Geneviève and commentary on works of art
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 16:30 ⤏ 17:30

    4:30 pm Stained glass windows by Sylvie Gaudin

    4:50 pm The Adoration of the Magi by Claude Vignon

    5.10pm Chapelle Ste Geneviève, the life of the saint.



The Journées du Patrimoine at Saint-Gervais church promises to be a moment of immersion in the rich cultural history of Paris. We urge you to seize this opportunity to enrich your knowledge and share a convivial moment.

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025

× Approximate opening times: to confirm opening times, please contact the establishment.

    Location

    13 Rue des Barres
    75004 Paris 4

    Route planner

    Prices
    Free

    Official website
    dioceseparis.fr

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