Basilique Saint-Donatien-et-Saint-Rogatien
Basilique Saint-Donatien-et-Saint-Rogatien, Minor basilica in Nantes, France
Description
The basilica is a Gothic Revival house of worship in Nantes with two identical towers rising 44 meters high, crowned by pointed arches and detailed stone work throughout. The interior displays the full character of this style with intricate craftsmanship and a sense of soaring vertical space.
History
The original sanctuary was built around 490 but fell to Norman invasions and was reconstructed around 980. The structure you see today was constructed between 1872 and 1901 during the Gothic Revival movement of the 19th century.
Culture
This sanctuary honors two early Christian martyrs whose memory shapes its identity and purpose for the local community. Visitors sense how the site holds deep spiritual meaning for those who gather within its stone walls.
Practical
The structure underwent major restoration after a significant fire in 2015 and reopened to visitors that December. Since this remains an active place of worship with regular services, checking visiting hours beforehand will help you plan your time appropriately.
Did you know?
The building contains a carillon that plays the Westminster Quarters melody, creating a distinctive audio mark for the neighborhood. This sits beside the Saint Donatien cemetery, the city's oldest active burial ground, which stretches back to the earliest days of Christianity in the region.
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