Paray-le-Monial, Religious pilgrimage site in Saône-et-Loire, France
The Romanesque basilica of Paray-le-Monial stands as a centerpiece of the town, featuring intricate stone carvings and architectural elements from the 12th century.
Benedictine monks established their presence in 973 when Count Lambert of Chalon founded a priory that controlled the town until the French Revolution.
The Hiéron Museum displays religious artifacts and sacred art collections that demonstrate the deep connection between spirituality and artistic expression in Burgundy.
The town connects to major French cities through the Canal du Centre and provides accommodation options ranging from religious retreats to standard hotels.
Saint Marguerite-Marie Alacoque received three apparitions between 1673 and 1675, establishing Paray-le-Monial as a center for Sacred Heart devotion.
Location: Saône-et-Loire
Elevation above the sea: 262 m
Shares border with: Hautefond, Nochize, Poisson, Saint-Léger-lès-Paray, Saint-Yan, Vitry-en-Charollais, Volesvres
Address: 71600 Paray-le-Monial, France 71600 Paray-le-Monial
Phone: +33385819500
Website: http://paraylemonial.fr
GPS coordinates: 46.45111,4.11944
Latest update: August 21, 2025 16:54
Basilica of Paray-le-Monial
228 m
Chapelle de la Visitation
227 m
Musée eucharistique du Hiéron
297 m
Prieuré Notre-Dame de Paray-le-Monial
271 m
Bull'in Charolais
5.2 km
Chapelle Saint-Claude-la-Colombière
359 m
Maison Jaillet
148 m
Église Saint-Nicolas de Paray-le-Monial
150 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Saint-Yan
7.5 km
Maison, place Guignault (Paray-le-Monial)
112 m
Groupe scolaire Bellevue (Paray-le-Monial)
1.1 km
Ensemble industriel d'Hautefond
5.1 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Volesvres
3.9 km
Église Sainte-Marguerite-Marie de Paray-le-Monial
1.2 km
Théâtre Sauvageot
269 m
Église Saint-François-de-Sales de Paray-le-Monial
318 m
Église Saint-Martin de Vitry-en-Charollais
4.6 km
Chapelle de l'Hôtel-Dieu de Paray-le-Monial
303 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Romay
1.7 km
Chapelle Saint-Jean de Paray-le-Monial
268 m
Chapelle du couvent des Dominicaines de Paray-le-Monial
1 km
Dôme du Parc des Chapelains
374 m
Chapelle de l'institut médico-éducatif de Paray-le-Monial
849 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Paray-le-Monial
796 m
Chapelle Sainte-Marguerite-Marie du Sacré-Cœur de Paray-le-Monial
599 m
Chapelle Sainte-Claire du monastère des Clarisses de Paray-le-Monial
848 m
Monastère de la Visitation
225 m
Chapelle de Paray-le-Monial
600 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes