Église Saint-Genès des Carmes de Clermont-Ferrand, 13th-century Catholic church in Clermont-Ferrand, France.
Église Saint-Genès des Carmes is a 13th-century church with multiple naves and lateral chapels that organize its interior space. A 19th-century bell tower crowns the facade and shapes how the building looks from outside.
Carmelite monks established an initial structure here in 1290 on the site of a former convent. The main building rose between 1315 and 1329 and has shaped the city's religious life ever since.
The church is named after an early Christian martyr and reflects the deep religious traditions of the city. Today, visitors can sense how the space has served as a gathering place for believers across centuries.
Access to the building is through Rue Neuve des Carmes, where it sits along the street. For details about visiting times, it helps to contact the local information office beforehand.
A grand organ installed in 1900 sounds within the building and contributes to the city's musical heritage. This instrument draws music lovers and curious visitors who want to experience the sound of this historical work.
Location: Clermont-Ferrand
Address: rue des Carmes
GPS coordinates: 45.77679,3.08776
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
The religious buildings of Clermont-Ferrand and the surrounding area document the development of French ecclesiastical architecture from the Middle Ages through the modern period. The Cathedral of Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption in the city center was built from the black volcanic stone of the region, a material that gives it a distinctive appearance. The Romanesque Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Port holds UNESCO World Heritage status and preserves 12th-century capitals. In nearby towns stand additional churches and abbeys, including the Abbatiale Saint-Austremoine in Issoire with its Romanesque frescoes and the Église Notre-Dame-du-Marthuret in Riom with a 14th-century polychrome statue of the Virgin. The collection also includes Gothic and Baroque structures such as the Église Saint-Pierre-des-Minimes and the Chapelle des Cordeliers in Clermont-Ferrand. The Collégiale Saint-Victor et Sainte-Couronne in Ennezat combines Romanesque and Gothic elements. These buildings contain stained glass windows, sculptures, and liturgical furnishings from various periods. The churches are located in the historic centers of their respective towns and are accessible to visitors during opening hours.
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