Église Saint-Nicaise de Rouen

Saint-Nicaise is a church in Rouen with a modern reinforced concrete structure built after wartime destruction. The interior features stained glass windows created by artist Max Ingrand during the reconstruction phase.

The building was founded in 640 by Saint Ouen as a chapel and gained parish status in 1388 under the administration of Saint-Ouen Abbey. The original structure suffered severe damage during warfare and required reconstruction.

The church houses religious relics of Saint Nicaise that were brought here from Gasny and hold spiritual importance for the community. Visitors can sense this connection through the way the space reflects these sacred traditions.

The church stands on Rue Saint-Nicaise and is accessible by bus lines F2, 15, and 22, with the closest stop at Saint-Vivien. Visitors should check current access conditions before planning a visit.

The building closed in 2017 and received approval for conversion into a brewery museum and restaurant called Brasserie Ragnar. This transformation shows how a historical structure was reimagined for a different purpose.

Location: Rouen

Architects: Pierre Chirol

Address: 12, rue Saint-Nicaise

GPS coordinates: 49.44420,1.10328

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:01