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St. Andrew's Church, Châteauroux

St. Andrew's Church, Châteauroux, Neo-Gothic church in Châteauroux, France.

St. Andrew's Church in Châteauroux is a Neo-Gothic church with two spires flanking a central gable and rose window on its light grey stone facade. Inside, a nave with clustered columns and pointed arches leads past dark wooden pews to the altar, lit by stained-glass windows and a black metal chandelier. The building measures 87 metres long, 35 metres wide and 60 metres high.

The first Saint-André church was demolished during the Revolution, and a replacement was decided in 1843 under departmental architect André Bisson. Work stopped for about twenty years before Alfred Dauvergne resumed it, using plans originally drawn for the Basilique Sainte-Clotilde in Paris. Built from 1869 on land given by General Bertrand's family, the three-nave church with a transept and twin facade towers was inaugurated in 1876.

The stained glass windows come from the Lobin workshop in Tours and show the craftsmanship of the late 19th century. They shape the interior today and tell the story of regional artistic traditions.

The church is generally open to visitors and offers guided tours for those interested in learning more about its architecture and design. It's best to check the opening times beforehand, especially if you prefer a guided experience.

The church stands on land given by the family of General Bertrand. Its design reuses plans originally drawn for the Basilique Sainte-Clotilde in Paris, which Alfred Dauvergne adapted for Châteauroux. The building is 87 metres long, 35 metres wide and rises 60 metres.

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1869
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Alfred Dauvergne
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Pl. Voltaire, 36000 Châteauroux, France
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46.81182,1.69922
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October 26, 2026 11:23
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