Saint-Denys de la Chapelle, Gothic church in 18th arrondissement, Paris, France.
Saint-Denys de la Chapelle is a Gothic church featuring pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and a classical facade with four Doric columns added in 1757. Inside you will find stained glass windows from the 19th and 20th centuries displaying geometric patterns alongside notable sculptures.
The church was established in 1204 and replaced an earlier chapel dating from 475 that had housed the relics of Denis of Paris. Those sacred remains were later moved to the Basilica of Saint-Denis, marking a shift in the religious importance of the site.
The church gave its name to the surrounding village of La Chapelle. Since 1995 the parish has been entrusted to the Chemin Neuf Community. A plaque on the facade and another inside commemorate Joan of Arc's visit on 7 September 1429, when she attended mass and took communion before her assault on Paris the next day.
The church is easily accessible and located in a well-connected neighborhood with good public transportation options. It is wise to check opening times before your visit, as these may vary depending on the season and special services.
The Joan of Arc sculpture in the side aisle is by Albert Pasche (1873–1964), made to mark her visit to the church in 1429. A plaque on the facade and another inside also commemorate that visit on 7 September 1429, when she attended mass and took communion before leading the next day's assault on Paris.
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