Auch Cathedral

Auch Cathedral is a stone church in the city of Auch with an extended floor plan and tall pointed arches that give the building its characteristic Gothic shape. The interior is furnished with elaborate details that emphasize its religious purpose.

Construction began in the late 15th century and stretched across generations, with different building phases reflecting the architectural styles of the era. Final completion came only at the end of the 17th century, showing the extended timeline of the project.

The cathedral displays craftsmanship from the Renaissance period, with intricately carved wooden furnishings and colored windows that transform light into soft tones throughout the interior. These artworks were created by local artisans and shape the visual experience inside the building.

The site is open to visitors during daytime hours and has entrances that work for people with mobility needs. It is best to visit in morning hours when the interior is brighter and fewer visitors are present.

The building houses a large musical instrument from the 17th century that still functions today and is used for classical music performances. Its quality is so high that musicians particularly value it for older compositional styles.

Location: Auch

Inception: 1489

Architects: Marcel Poutaraud

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Height: 44 m

Length: 102.86 m

Width: 34.95 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Made from material: stone

Part of: Way of Saint James UNESCO World Heritage Sites in France

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:30-12:30, 14:00-18:00

GPS coordinates: 43.64639,0.58583

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48