Saint-Louis Church, Grenoble, Roman Catholic church in Grenoble, France
Saint-Louis Church is a Roman Catholic church in Grenoble with a Latin cross floor plan, central dome, and classical style from the 17th century. Inside, rounded arches frame the space, and artworks including a painting from 1680 and a white marble Virgin statue add to its character.
A bishop commissioned the church during the 1690s to serve growing neighborhoods in Grenoble. Construction took about ten years to complete and reflected the city's expansion during that period.
The church shapes the neighborhood with its classical appearance and draws visitors seeking quiet moments inside. The artworks within tell stories of faith through paintings and sculptures that have watched over worshippers for centuries.
The church sits in the city center and is easy to reach by public transport, especially the tramway lines. Visitors should check opening times beforehand since services happen at specific times throughout the day.
The front facade features an unusual combination of a clock and colored glass within a large circular opening above the entrance. This rare detail makes the exterior immediately recognizable and sets it apart from other churches in the region.
Location: Grenoble
Inception: 1689
GPS coordinates: 45.18980,5.72581
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:45
Grenoble displays architectural developments from the medieval period to the present day. The medieval Notre-Dame Cathedral stands in the historic center, while the Art Museum offers modern exhibition spaces. The city includes the Tour Perret, a cylindrical tower building from the 1920s, and the Garage hélicoïdal, a spiral parking structure from the same era. Religious buildings such as Saint-Louis Church and Saint-Bruno Church represent different stylistic periods. The Sainte-Cécile Convent and the Palace of the Parliament of Dauphiné show historic administrative and ecclesiastical architecture. The Bastille fortress overlooks the city and can be reached by cable car from Quai Stéphane Jay. The Hôtel de Lesdiguières and the Old Episcopal Palace document aristocratic residential culture. Paul-Mistral Park forms a large green space containing Lesdiguières Stadium and the Alpexpo conference center. The Saint-Laurent Bridge crosses the Isère River, while the Sainte-Claire market halls house daily commerce. Vizille Castle lies outside the city in the commune of the same name. The Musée dauphinois and the Museum of Resistance and Deportation present regional history, complemented by cultural facilities such as the MC2 cultural center and Le Magasin des horizons.
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