Notre-Dame de Paris
landmark · Paris
- Address
- 6 Parvis Notre-Dame, Place Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris
- Links
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About
Medieval Catholic cathedral on the Île de la Cité, the cathedral church of the Archdiocese of Paris, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture.
History
Construction began in 1163. A fire on 15 April 2019 destroyed the spire and much of the roof, and the cathedral reopened in December 2024 after restoration.
Good to know
- Check the official site for visiting rules and any reservation before you go.
Nearby
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neighborhood · 400 m
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religious_site · 450 m
Royal Gothic chapel inside the medieval Palais de la Cité on the Île de la Cité, known for its walls of stained glass. Counted among the highest achievements of Rayonnant Gothic architecture.
Île Saint-Louis
neighborhood · 530 m
Eleven-hectare island in the Seine, in the 4th arrondissement. Linked to both banks by four bridges and to the Île de la Cité by the Pont Saint-Louis. Calm streets with bistros and bakeries.
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Le Marais
neighborhood · 1.0 km
Historic district on the Right Bank of narrow streets, old mansions, small museums, boutiques and cafés.
Place des Vosges
square · 1.2 km
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