Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, Gothic cathedral in Clermont-Ferrand, France
The Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral reaches 96 meters in height and stands on a hill in the old city center, constructed entirely from dark volcanic stone.
Construction of the current cathedral started in 1248 under Bishop Hugues de la Tour, replacing three previous religious structures dating back to the 5th century.
The cathedral houses a white marble sarcophagus from the 4th century within its 10th-century crypt, surrounded by a circular gallery with multiple chapels.
The cathedral reopens specific sections to visitors in winter 2024 following extensive restoration work on medieval bays and stained glass windows.
The architect Jean Deschamps utilized volcanic rock from Volvic to create exceptionally thin pillars that allow natural light to flood the interior spaces.
Location: Clermont-Ferrand
Inception: 1248
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Height: 96.1 m
Made from material: volcanic rock
Website: https://clermontauvergnetourisme.com
GPS coordinates: 45.77873,3.08577
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:37
Clermont-Ferrand combines Romanesque churches, Gothic cathedrals, and volcanic landscapes. The city contains museums of regional history, art collections, and historical squares. The center includes Place de Jaude with shops and restaurants, while the surroundings feature natural parks and volcanoes.
The religious buildings of Clermont-Ferrand display French church architecture from medieval to modern times. The Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption Cathedral built with black volcanic stone stands in the center. Romanesque churches like Notre-Dame-du-Port, Gothic and Baroque buildings define the cityscape. The structures contain frescoes, stained glass and religious artworks.
Clermont-Ferrand offers stone architecture and natural landscapes for photography. The black stone cathedral stands against extinct volcanoes. Parks, gardens, and historical monuments provide diverse subjects. The city center features Renaissance fountains and medieval streets. Museums and cultural venues add contemporary elements to the urban landscape.
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Immeuble, 1 rue de la Treille
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Immeuble, 26 rue des Gras
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Immeuble, 12 rue Savaron
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Clermont-Ferrand cathedral
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Maison, 9 rue Philippe-Marcombes
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