Église Saint-Julien de Tournon-sur-Rhône

Église Saint-Julien is a Gothic church in Tournon-sur-Rhône featuring three vaulted naves and a bell tower positioned on the left side of its main facade. The building displays the spatial layout typical of larger parish churches from the medieval period.

Construction began in 1300 and the church received collegiate status in 1316 when the Bishop of Valence and Die assigned seven canons to it. This elevation reflected its growing importance as a religious center.

The church is named after Saint Julian and remains an active venue for concerts and musical performances held throughout the year. This gives the building a role beyond worship in the community's cultural life.

The church is located on Rue du Dauphin François in Tournon-sur-Rhône and can be visited during regular opening hours. Checking ahead about access conditions is wise, especially if you want to attend services or special musical events.

The interior contains an organ dating from 1685 and numerous statues spanning from the 17th to 19th centuries, showing how artistic work continued there over generations. The stained glass windows by Atelier Pagnon-Deschelettes stand out for their skilled craftsmanship.

Location: Tournon-sur-Rhône

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

GPS coordinates: 45.06833,4.83080

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:25