Église Sainte-Thérèse

Église Sainte-Thérèse is a house of prayer in Nantes built with red Beauvais bricks, concrete elements, and granite from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges. The structure rises approximately 23 meters and stands alongside a school and college in the Breil-Barberie district, all designed in a matching architectural style.

Construction started in 1935 but was interrupted during World War II when bombing in 1943 caused damage to parts of the structure. Work resumed after the war, with repairs and completion taking place over several years.

The church displays a monumental sculptural work by Jean Fréour showing Christ in the interior space. This sculpture shapes how visitors experience the building and draws attention as they move through it.

The place of worship sits on Place Alexandre-Vincent and is easily reachable from the town center. The square offers straightforward access and parking nearby, making a visit convenient.

The bell tower was originally designed to reach 70 meters but was ultimately built to only 23 meters. This reduction in height came from changes to the original design plans, likely driven by practical or financial considerations.

Location: Nantes

Inception: 1959

Architects: René Ménard, Maurice Ferré

Architectural style: eclectic architecture

Height: 23 m

Made from material: brick

Address: place Alexandre-Vincent

GPS coordinates: 47.23230,-1.57774

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00