Pipe organs of Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate de Nice

The pipe organs of Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate are large mechanical instruments with multiple keyboards and hundreds of pipes made from different materials. Inside, tubes, gears, and bellows work together to produce a range of tones.

These instruments were first built into the cathedral from the 18th century onward and later rebuilt and enlarged several times. Each change reflects the musical taste and technical advances of different periods.

The organs sound during services and concerts at the cathedral, shaping the musical life of the place. They are part of the daily routine and create a solemn feeling when musicians play on them.

You can hear the organs during services at the cathedral or at special concert events held regularly. If you want to see the instruments close up, visit when music is being performed there.

The organs blend building styles from different centuries, allowing musicians to play both old and new compositions. This mix enables a broad musical range found in few other organs in the region.

Location: Nice

Part of: Nice Cathedral

GPS coordinates: 43.69722,7.27583

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:01