Saint-Louis Church in Fontainebleau

Saint-Louis Church combines classical and baroque architecture with materials including rubble masonry, brick, and sandstone in its construction.

Marie de Medicis, wife of Henri IV, initiated the construction of Saint-Louis Church between 1611 and 1614 to serve local residents.

Louis XIV and Anne of Austria designated Saint-Louis Church as the official parish church of Fontainebleau on November 16, 1661.

The church maintains regular religious services and welcomes visitors to explore its architectural features in the center of Fontainebleau.

Napoleon III allocated 200,000 francs in 1859 to expand the church structure according to architect Lebois's architectural plans.

Location: Fontainebleau

Inception: 1611

Architectural style: classical architecture, baroque architecture

Made from material: rubble masonry, brick, sandstone

Part of: parcours du Grès

GPS coordinates: 48.40566,2.70153

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46