Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg

Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg

Strasbourg, Grand Est

DenominationCatholic
Founded1015
StyleRayonnant Gothic

Last updated May 2026

Map showing location of Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg

Plan Your Visit

Strasbourg Cathedral is a magnificent example of Rayonnant Gothic architecture standing 142 metres tall at the heart of Place de la Cathédrale. The cathedral features distinctive reddish-brown sandstone, intricate sculptures, and original stained glass that can be viewed at the adjacent Musee de l'Oeuvre Notre-Dame. As the tallest structure built entirely in the Middle Ages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers visitors a remarkable glimpse into medieval architectural achievement and is visible across the Alsatian plains for miles around.

What to See

  • Original sculptures and stained glass at Musee de l'Oeuvre Notre-Dame
  • Distinctive reddish-brown sandstone construction
  • Single octagonal tower on the west facade
  • Views across the plains of Alsace
  • 142 metres tall, sixth-tallest church in the world
  • Tallest extant structure built entirely in the Middle Ages
  • Was world's tallest building from 1647 to 1874
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988
  • Visible from the Vosges Mountains and Black Forest

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