Basilica of Saint-Denis
Basilica of Saint-Denis, Gothic cathedral in Saint-Denis, France
The cathedral features two rose windows measuring 12 meters in diameter and reaches heights of 29 meters with ribbed vaults throughout its structure.
The site transformed from a Gallo-Roman cemetery to a royal burial place, housing the remains of 43 kings and 32 queens from the 7th to 19th centuries.
The basilica contains 70 sculptured tombs displaying the artistic evolution of French royal funerary art through multiple dynasties and centuries.
The monument opens daily for visitors and can be reached via line 13 of the Paris Metro, with the station Saint-Denis Basilique located 100 meters away.
Under Abbot Suger's direction in 1144, the choir construction established new architectural principles that formed the foundation of Gothic architecture.
Inception: 12 century
Architects: Abbot Suger
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Height: 29 m
Website: http://www.saint-denis-basilique.fr/
Part of: abbey of Saint-Denis
Website: http://saint-denis-basilique.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.93556,2.35972
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:36
These burial sites document the history of European noble families. The structures range from large mausoleums to simple monuments. The architecture displays various styles from ancient Rome to modern times.
Tombs in Saint-Denis
8 m
Abbey of Saint-Denis
5 m
Tomb of Louis XII and Anne of Brittany
5 m
Théâtre Gérard-Philipe
761 m
Parc de la Légion d'Honneur
406 m
Marché de Saint-Denis
299 m
Musée d'art et d'histoire de Saint-Denis
444 m
Orgue de tribune de la basilique Saint-Denis
0 m
Église Saint-Denis-de-l'Estrée
786 m
Town hall of Saint-Denis
118 m
Couvent des Ursulines, Saint-Denis
466 m
Square Pierre-de-Geyter
723 m
Maison des Arbalétriers
319 m
Église des Trois-Patrons
63 m
Pont de la rue du Port
970 m
Saint-Cucuphas chapel of Basilique Saint-Denis
5 m
Passerelle Thiers
852 m
Quai du Port
809 m
Galerie Rosalie
380 m
Ancienne piscine municipale de Saint-Denis
412 m
Quai du Canal
879 m
Esplanade de la Rosace
238 m
Chapelle des Carmélites de Saint-Denis
416 m
Écluse de Saint-Denis
883 m
Résidence Georges-Politzer
688 m
Quai du Square
879 m
Esplanade Marcel Paul
789 m
15 rue des Ursulines
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