Historic Churches & Cathedrals
This collection highlights the diverse religious architecture of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, from the Byzantine-inspired domes of Périgueux Cathedral to the Romanesque murals of Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It includes significant stops on the Way of Saint James, such as the Church of Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay and the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Fin-des-Terres. These sites represent centuries of spiritual history, featuring 15th-century relics in Limoges and the unique Protestant heritage in Niort.
A Périgueux Cathedral
Périgueux Cathedral is a Catholic church located in the city of Périgueux, France. A cathedral since 1669, it is dedicated to Saint Front.
B Chapel of St. Aurelianus, Limoges
The Chapel of St. Aurelianus is a 15th and 17th-century chapel that hosts the relics of Saint Aurelianus in Limoges, Haute-Vienne, France.
C Abbey Church of Saint-Savin sur Gartempe
The Abbey Church of Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe is a Roman Catholic church located in Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe, in Poitou, France.
D Agen Cathedral
Agen Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Agen, Lot-et-Garonne, Aquitaine, France. It is dedicated to Saint Caprasius.
E Bazas Cathedral
Bazas Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located in Bazas, Gironde, France. The cathedral is a national monument.
F Church of Saint-Hilaire le Grand
The Église Saint-Hilaire-le-Grand is a church in Poitiers, France. It was named after Hilary of Poitiers.
G Abbaye Saint-Jean de Sorde
A Benedictine abbey founded before 960, this UNESCO World Heritage site served as a major stop on the Way of Saint James. The complex includes remains of the monastic buildings and notable 11th-century mosaics.
H Church of Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay
The Church of Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay is an important Medieval church on the way to Saint-Jacques de Compostelle, in Aulnay, Charente…
I Basilique Notre-Dame de la Fin-des-Terres
This 12th-century Romanesque basilica in Soulac-sur-Mer is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is historically significant for being completely buried by advancing sand dunes for centuries before being excavated and restored in the 1800s.
J Église Saint-Léger
Originally a 12th-century Benedictine priory church, this building features a mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles. It is the largest church in Cognac, noted for its elaborate rose window and 15th-century bell tower.
K Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Espérance
Located in the historic center of La Rochelle, this chapel is situated between Rue des Augustins and Rue Bazoges. It serves as a Roman Catholic place of worship.
L Espace du prieuré (Bibliothèque municipale)
Occupying the site of the former Benedictine Priory of Saint-Léger in Cognac, this historic space now serves as the municipal library while preserving the architectural character of the original monastic buildings.
M Protestant liturgy
Protestant liturgy or Evangelical liturgy is a pattern for worship used by a Protestant congregation or denomination on a regular basis.
N Ancienne Église de Saint-Gayrand
The ruins of this Catholic church are located in the commune of Grateloup-Saint-Gayrand. It stands as a vestige of the region's medieval religious heritage.
O Église paroissiale Saint-Pierre
A Roman Catholic parish church located in Royan, serving as one of the city's primary places of worship within the Charente-Maritime department.
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