Saint-Papoul Cathedral, Romanesque parish church in Saint-Papoul, France.
The cathedral features a single nave with broken barrel vaulting, Gothic cloister, and Baroque choir adorned with intricate religious furnishings.
The abbey originated in the 8th century and gained cathedral status in 1317 when Pope John XXII established the Diocese of Saint-Papoul.
The former monks' refectory exhibits permanent collections of sculptures and artworks from the Master of Cabestany's medieval workshop.
The cathedral opens for scheduled visits on weekends, with admission fees ranging from 1 euro for children to 5 euros for adults.
The cloister capitals display varied motifs combining plant designs, mythical creatures, and historical scenes on both brick and stone columns.
Location: Saint-Papoul
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Part of: Saint-Papoul Cathedral
GPS coordinates: 43.33092,2.03381
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:58
Saint-Papoul Cathedral
0 m
Collégiale Saint-Michel de Castelnaudary
6.4 km
Grand Bassin
6.5 km
Château de Castelnaudary
6.3 km
Château de Ferrals
3.3 km
Saint-Roch locks
6.3 km
Écluse de la Criminelle
5.1 km
Écluse de la Peyruque
4.9 km
Écluse du Vivier
4.9 km
Écluse de Tréboul
5.8 km
Palacio episcopal de Saint-Papoul
74 m
Écluse de Guerre
4.8 km
Écluse de Saint-Sernin
4.8 km
Puerta Este
237 m
Écluse de Guillermin
4.8 km
Église Saint-Christophe de Lasbordes
4.1 km
Église Saint-Martin de Saint-Martin-Lalande
3.7 km
Hôtel de ville de Castelnaudary
6.3 km
Hôtel de Bataille
6.5 km
Hôtel de Gauzy
6.4 km
Maison Rigaud
6.4 km
Église Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Verdun-en-Lauragais
4.3 km
Musée des vieux métiers de Saissac
5.8 km
Église de la Nativité de Villespy
5.4 km
Orgue de tribune de l'abbaye de Saint-Papoul
0 m
Moulin du Cugarel
6.4 km
Partie instrumentale de l'orgue à Castelnaudary
6.4 km
Musée du Lauragais
6.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes