Église Saint-Honoré d'Amiens

Église Saint-Honoré is a church building featuring Art Deco design with three monumental doors decorated with mosaics representing four bishops. Inside, a square central nave with two side aisles is illuminated by colored stained glass windows created by master glazier Joseph Archepel.

The original 19th-century church was destroyed during German bombing in 1940. Its reconstruction between 1957 and 1961 under architect Paul Tournon created the modern building that stands today.

The church was designed based on plans from a pavilion originally intended for the 1937 Paris World's Fair. This unusual origin shapes its modern appearance and makes it a distinctive place in the city.

The building is easy to navigate with good visibility throughout thanks to large windows. The open spatial layout makes it simple to explore all areas without getting lost.

A seven-meter statue of Notre-Dame de France crowns the bell tower north of the apse. This striking sculpture was a gift from French Catholics and dominates the church's outline.

Location: Amiens

Inception: 1961

Architects: Paul Tournon

Architectural style: Art Deco

GPS coordinates: 49.89222,2.29639

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:07