Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Belleville

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Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Belleville

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Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Belleville, Gothic Revival church in 19th arrondissement, France

The Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Belleville church stretches 68 meters in length and features two spires reaching a height of 57 meters.

Construction of the Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Belleville church began in 1854 and concluded in 1859 under architect Jean-Baptiste-Antoine Lassus's direction.

The church houses an extensive collection of stained glass windows created by Auguste de Martel, illustrating biblical narratives from the Old Testament.

Visitors can attend regular religious services and view the architectural elements, including the baptistery renovated in 2008.

French singer Edith Piaf received baptism in this church, which served the Belleville parish established in 1802.

Location: 19th arrondissement of Paris

Inception: August 11, 1859

Architects: Jean-Baptiste-Antoine Lassus

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Height: 57 m

Address: 139, rue de Belleville, 75019 Paris

Website: http://sjbb.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.87570,2.38930

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42

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