Basilique Sainte-Clotilde

Reims, France

Sainte-Clotilde Basilica is a Neo-Byzantine church built in 1898 in memory of King of the Franks Clovis' wife. It houses 2 000 relics of the important saints of France, that are gathered in 120 shrines.

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Reims Tourisme

Religious sites in France

Address

Rue de Louvois 31, Reims, France

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Details

Founded: 1898
Category: Religious sites in France

More Information

en.reims-tourisme.com

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Jorge De Andrés (16 months ago)
Although the day was rainy and we couldn't go inside, this construction from the highway caught our attention and we decided to take a detour. Picturesque construction that we found very beautiful.

richard martinel (2 years ago)
To visit during the summer period. The relics and reliquaries grouped in the crypt are to be seen. Congratulations to the association that allows these visits

Samu Richard (4 years ago)
good

Albane Cox (6 years ago)
Looks nicer from the main road than up close. Still impressive building.

Peter Bolgáč (6 years ago)
Beutiful place ?

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