Grande mosquée Mohammed-VI de Saint-Étienne

This mosque features traditional Islamic architectural elements with modern facilities, including a large prayer hall and decorative geometric patterns throughout the structure.

The Mohammed VI Mosque, completed and opened to the public in 2012, stands as one of the largest Islamic religious buildings in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

The mosque functions as an educational hub offering Arabic language courses, religious education classes, and hosting regular cultural exchanges between Muslim and non-Muslim communities.

Visitors can access guided tours of the mosque, participate in educational workshops, and attend regular prayer sessions scheduled five times daily.

The building incorporates French and Moroccan craftsmanship in its design, displaying intricate tilework and calligraphy that merge local and Islamic artistic traditions.

Location: Saint-Étienne

Inception: 2012

GPS coordinates: 45.45062,4.39914

Latest update: April 2, 2025 07:28