Saint-Nicolas, Saint-Nicolas-de-Port
Saint-Nicolas, Saint-Nicolas-de-Port, Gothic minor basilica in Saint-Nicolas-de-Port, France.
The Saint-Nicolas basilica exhibits twin towers rising 85 meters high, featuring massive stone walls and large stained glass windows throughout its structure.
Duke René II initiated the construction of this religious monument in 1481, marking the beginning of an architectural project that lasted several decades.
The basilica preserves fragments of Saint Nicholas relics, brought from Italy, establishing this location as a central point for religious pilgrimages in Lorraine.
Visitors can access guided tours of the basilica daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with extended hours during summer months and religious celebrations.
The basilica contains Renaissance stained glass windows created by artists from Lyon, Strasbourg, and Nuremberg, displaying biblical narratives through colored light.
Location: Saint-Nicolas-de-Port
Inception: 1481
Founders: René II
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Made from material: Euville stone
GPS coordinates: 48.63167,6.30389
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:40
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