Religious Heritage
The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region preserves a diverse collection of religious sites, from the black volcanic stone of the Gothic Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral to the Romanesque masterworks of Le Puy-en-Velay, a historic starting point for the Camino de Santiago. Highlights include the 19th-century mosaics of Fourvière in Lyon, Le Corbusier’s modernist Saint-Pierre church in Firminy, and the flamboyant Gothic Royal Monastery of Brou. These sites showcase architectural evolution across centuries, featuring the distinctive Auvergne Romanesque style in Brioude and Issoire.
A Valence Cathedral
Valence Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church in Valence, Drôme, France. The cathedral is in the Romanesque architectural tradition.
B Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica in Lyon, France.
C Lyon Cathedral
Lyon Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located on Place Saint-Jean in central Lyon, France.
D Saint Martin d'Ainay Basilica
The Basilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay is a Romanesque church in Ainay in the Presqu'île district in the historic centre of Lyon, France.
E The Church of Saint-Nizier
The Church of Saint-Nizier is a church in the Presqu'île district of Lyon, France, in the 2nd arrondissement, between the Place des…
F Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port
The Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port is a Romanesque basilica, formerly a collegiate church, in the Port quarter of Clermont-Ferrand, between…
G Le Puy Cathedral
Le Puy Cathedral, sometimes referred to as the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Annunciation, is a Roman Catholic church located in Le Puy-en…
H Church of St. Francis
15th-century Catholic church in Annecy, historically known as the 'Church of the Italians.' It served as a burial site for the local nobility and features a traditional Savoyard architectural style.
I Basilica of the Visitation
20th-century basilica overlooking Annecy. It houses the tombs of Saint Francis de Sales and Saint Jane de Chantal, founders of the Order of the Visitation, and features a 72-meter-high bell tower.
J Saint-Pierre, Firminy
Saint-Pierre is a concrete building in the commune of Firminy, France.
K Royal Monastery of Brou
The Royal Monastery of Brou is a religious complex located at Bourg-en-Bresse in the Ain département, central France.
L Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, or the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption of Clermont-Ferrand, is a Gothic cathedral and French national…
M Église Saint-Nectaire
12th-century Romanesque church located on Mont Cornadore. It is one of the five 'major' Romanesque churches of Auvergne, known for its well-preserved carved capitals and treasury.
N Abbatiale Saint-Austremoine
Former 12th-century Benedictine abbey and the largest Romanesque church in the Auvergne. It is distinguished by its vibrant polychrome interior and detailed zodiac-themed carvings on the exterior apse.
O Notre-Dame de la Gorge
17th-century Baroque chapel located at the head of the Val Montjoie. It marks a historic pilgrimage stop on the Roman road and features a richly decorated interior typical of the Savoyard Baroque style.
P Église Saint-Blaise et Notre-Dame-des-Malades
Architectural complex in Vichy combining the original 17th-century Saint-Blaise chapel with the 1930s Art Deco church of Notre-Dame-des-Malades, noted for its extensive mosaics and modern stained glass.
Q Saint Michel d'Aiguilhe
Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe is a chapel in Aiguilhe, near Le Puy-en-Velay, France. The chapel is reached by 268 steps carved into the rock.
R Grenoble Cathedral
Grenoble Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located in the town of Grenoble, France.
S Basilica of Saint-Julian, Brioude
The Basilica of Saint-Julian of Brioude is a basilica of the Auvergne Romanesque style located in the territory of the French commune of…
T Saint-Flour Cathedral
Saint-Flour Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located in the town of Saint-Flour in the Auvergne, France.
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