Nantes Cathedral
Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul
A Gothic cathedral completed after nearly 460 years of construction, its white limestone nave rising 37.5 metres, and home to the tomb of Francis II, Duke of Brittany.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1434, and it was not fully completed until 1891. Built of white tuffeau stone, the nave soars about 37.5 metres, bright and airy. In the south transept stands the tomb of Francis II and his wife, carved by Michel Colombe, a masterpiece of French Renaissance sculpture. The cathedral was set on fire in 2020, destroying its great organ. It has since been restored and reopened, though some areas are still under renovation. Entry is free, and it is about a 5-minute walk from the castle.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:30–19:00
Nearby sights
- Château des Ducs de Bretagne
- Musée d'Arts de Nantes
- Bouffay Quarter
- Le Lieu Unique
- Île Feydeau
- Basilique Saint-Nicolas
- Tour Bretagne – Le Nid
- Marché de Talensac