Église Saint-Vaast de Béthune

Église Saint-Vaast is a church built in the neogothic style with a 68-meter tower and red brick walls accented by stone details. Three pointed arches frame its entrance, and the structure combines French Gothic elements with regional architectural features.

The original church dated from 1547 and was destroyed during World War I. It was fully reconstructed between 1924 and 1927 under architect Louis Marie Cordonnier.

The stained glass windows show scenes from Béthune's history and the life of Saint Vaast, created by glazier Charles Champigneulle. They tell the stories of the city and its patron through detailed, colorful images.

Inside are four bells cast in 1927 by Charles Wauthy, each with its own name and distinctive sound. The building is easily accessible and visible from the surrounding streets.

The building blends French Gothic with regional Flemish elements in a Neo-Flemish style typical of post-war reconstruction projects. This mixture shows how local building traditions shaped the city's renewal after World War I.

Location: Béthune

Location: Pas-de-Calais

Inception: 1547

Architects: Louis Marie Cordonnier

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Address: Place Saint-Vaast, 62400 Béthune

GPS coordinates: 50.53220,2.63833

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04