Basilica of Saint-Remi
Basilique Saint-Remi
A Romanesque basilica housing the tomb of Bishop Saint Remigius, who baptized Clovis. Its 11th-century nave is deep and solemn. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Around 496, Bishop Saint Remigius baptized Clovis, king of the Franks, an event regarded as the beginning of France. His remains rest in a tomb behind the altar. The surviving nave dates from the 11th century and is among the most important Romanesque buildings in northern France. The choir is early Gothic and retains 12th-century stained glass. Admission is free. The basilica lies in the south of the Old Town, about 1.5 km from the cathedral, and is surrounded by champagne cellars of Taittinger, Veuve Clicquot, and Pommery, all within walking distance of one another.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Musée Saint-Remi
- Taittinger
- Veuve Clicquot
- Pommery
- Villa Demoiselle
- Ruinart
- Carnegie Library of Reims
- Palace of Tau