St. Peter and St. Florus Cathedral

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St. Peter and St. Florus Cathedral, Gothic cathedral in Saint-Flour, France.

The cathedral features pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses built with black volcanic stone from the Liozargues quarries.

Construction began in 1398, and the cathedral underwent substantial modifications between 1846 and 1856, including the removal of two lateral towers.

The cathedral holds regular Catholic services and ceremonies as the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saint-Flour in the Auvergne region.

The cathedral stands in the center of Saint-Flour on Place d'Armes, surrounded by ancient streets and arcades with guided tours available.

At an elevation of 892 meters above sea level, this Gothic structure ranks as the highest cathedral in Europe.

Location: Saint-Flour

Inception: 1398

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

GPS coordinates: 45.03344,3.09510

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43

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