Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges Cathedral
Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges Cathedral, Gothic cathedral in Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges, France
Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges Cathedral is a house of worship in the French Pyrenees built across multiple periods. The interior combines Romanesque foundations with Gothic vaulting and Renaissance decorative details into a layered architectural whole.
A bishop commissioned construction of this cathedral in 1083 on the ruins of a former Roman settlement. Building continued across centuries, with each generation adding its own architectural styles to the structure.
The choir stalls feature detailed carved scenes and figures that reflect the faith and artistic skill of medieval craftspeople. Visitors can examine how the decorative elements tell stories through their intricate woodwork.
The interior is easy to navigate and inviting for quiet exploration, with good lighting from tall windows. Allow plenty of time to examine the architecture and carved details at a leisurely pace.
An unexpected find hangs high in the vault: a preserved crocodile from centuries past. This unusual object reflects a time when exotic specimens were regarded as wonders and preserved as curiosities.
Location: Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges
Inception: 1100
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Part of: Way of Saint James UNESCO World Heritage Sites in France
Opening Hours: January-March,November-December: 10:00-12:00,14:00-17:00; April,October: 10:00-12:00,14:00-18:00; May: 10:00-18:00; June-August: 10:00-19:00; September: 10:00-18:30; January-March,November-December: Sunday 14:00-17:00; April-May,October: Sunday 14:00-18:00; June-August: Sunday 14:00-19:00; September: Sunday 14:00-18:30
Website: http://cathedrale-saint-bertrand.org
GPS coordinates: 43.02677,0.57110
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40
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