
Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Strasbourg, Grand Est
Denomination
CatholicFounded
1015Style
Rayonnant GothicLast updated September 2026
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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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