The coronation site of French kings for over 800 years is a masterpiece of High Gothic architecture; the facade features the Smiling Angel sculpture and a 13th-century rose window; the interior contains Marc Chagall’s 1974 stained-glass windows in the axial chapel; the limestone walls still show the scars of the 1914 German shelling; the nave is long enough to swallow a cathedral of the previous century.
About Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims
The coronation site of French kings for over 800 years is a masterpiece of High Gothic architecture; the facade features the Smiling Angel sculpture and a 13th-century rose window; the interior contains Marc Chagall’s 1974 stained-glass windows in the axial chapel; the limestone walls still show the scars of the 1914 German shelling; the nave is long enough to swallow a cathedral of the previous century.
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims, France
Why Visit
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims is one of France's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in France.
