Église Saint-François, Medieval church in Place Saint-François, Lausanne, Switzerland.
The Gothic structure features a square choir and a bell tower that mirrors the design elements of the Lausanne Cathedral.
The church construction started in 1270 when Franciscan monks arrived to serve the religious needs of the expanding population in Lausanne.
The building hosts regular concerts, spiritual gatherings, and art exhibitions while maintaining its role as a Protestant place of worship.
The church opens daily from 8:30 to 20:00, with an elevator at the southeast entrance providing access for visitors with reduced mobility.
The architectural design includes a four-sided choir with a central angle instead of a traditional flat wall configuration.
Location: canton Vaud
Location: Lausanne
Address: Place Saint-François 18
GPS coordinates: 46.51971,6.63335
Latest update: March 10, 2025 16:47
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