Sacred Heart Cathedral of Lomé
Cathédrale du Sacré-Cœur de Lomé
A neo-Gothic twin-towered church built in 1902 by German missionaries, the visual center of Lomé’s old town.
The Sacred Heart Cathedral was built in 1901–1902 by missionaries of the German Society of the Divine Word. Its cream-colored walls and twin spires resemble a German village church, and it stands out among the low market buildings. The cathedral is right beside the Grand Market and serves as the archdiocesan cathedral of Lomé. At Sunday Mass, you can see worshippers in their finest clothes and hear lively, African-style choral singing. Entry is free. Dress modestly, and do not take photos during Mass.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00; visits restricted during Mass
Nearby sights
- Grand Marché de Lomé
- Lomé Beach & Boulevard du Mono
- Togo National Museum
- Village Artisanal de Lomé
- Independence Monument
- Palais de Lomé
- International Museum of African Art of the Gulf of Guinea (MIAA)
- Akodessewa Fetish Market