The Top-10
Top 10 Religious Sites in Bordeaux - 2023
Updated Sep 2023
- No.1
Cathedrale St-Andre
4.5/552 ReviewsBordeaux120m from downtownReligious Sites
"The Archbishop of St. Andre's Church in Bordeaux is the most famous church here, and it is very large in scale. It is no worse than Notre Dame, the whole building is very simple, with very complex and exquisite sculptures, two towering towers are its symbol, the interior is also magnificent, looks very solemn, definitely one of the most worthwhile attractions in Bordeaux."Highlights: St. Andrew's Cathedral is located in the urban area, opposite the city hall across the square in front of the church. The church was built in the 11th century, and the main hall is a Roman-style building. During the British era, the church was expanded due to its perceived small size. In 1137, Louis VII and Ariano da Kittenou married in this church.Show Less - No.2
Basilique Saint-Michel
4.6/539 ReviewsBordeaux1.2km from downtownReligious Sites
"The church of Saint Michel and Saint-Gudule has a profound origin with the Belgian royal family. Since 1830, all religious ceremonies of the royal family have been held here. When the sun sets, the cathedral shines a different kind of glory under the sunset, and it is also a pleasure to enjoy the sunset scenery here. "Highlights: St. Michael's Church is located on the banks of the Garonne River at the southern end of the old city, facing Canteloup Square. This church was built in the 14th century, and it is the representative of Gothic architecture in the urban area of Bordeaux. In this church, what attracts attention is the St.Michel tower built in the 15th century and renovated in 1865. This 374-foot-high tower is the tallest Gothic spire in France. Enjoy views of the city of Bordeaux and, on a clear day, the Atlantic Ocean. The Cloche bell tower in the center of the Canteloup square in front of the church is the pointer of the city of Bordeaux.Show Less - No.3
Paroisse Catholique Du Sacre Coeur
4.1/57 ReviewsBordeaux2.1km from downtownReligious Sites
"The church is still very well preserved and decorated in a magnificent way. I still go to see many of these churches when I travel because I think they represent a lot of the history and culture of the local area. It also gives you a sense of purification. Even from the architectural perspective of the church is worth visiting." - No.4
L'Eglise Sainte-Croix
4.4/55 ReviewsBordeaux1.6km from downtownReligious Sites
"The Holy Cross Church is a very historical building. This church has a very long history. The Holy Cross Church is also 900 years old. Many things in the church can be visited. The internal environment is also quite large. [Fun] Fun is also very interesting"Highlights: The Church of Santa Croce was built in the 11th to 12th centuries and is a historic church building rebuilt in the 19th century. This church is not overly extravagant as a place for general church activities, but the beauty of sculpture and architecture traverses the context of history and still attracts people to visit today.Show Less - No.5
Notre Dame Church (Eglise Notre Dame la Grande)
3.8/510 ReviewsBordeaux579m from downtownReligious Sites"The Church of Our Lady is also fun and the church is quite interesting. The whole building itself is also very huge, the church has some very unique artworks carved, and there are many visits here."Highlights: This is a beautiful baroque church that amazes visitors with its beautiful stained glass and beautifully carved façade. Religious events and weddings are often held here.Show Less - No.6
Basilique Saint-Seurin
4.3/57 ReviewsBordeaux700m from downtownReligious Sites
"We spent nearly an hour visiting St. Selen's Cathedral, however there weren't so many tourists, beautiful stained glass windows, a lovely engraving entrance, and a very interesting secret visit, there is a very interesting archaeological site to explore outside, well worth a visit! !"Highlights: The Cathedral of Saint Serin is located in the west of the center of Bordeaux. It was built in the sixth century. It is an ancient church in Bordeaux and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The church has an intricately vaulted front porch, engraved pillars of demons, spires and cellars. Saint-Fort is buried here in the 11th century crypt, as well as a large number of sarcophagi from the Mérovingien dynasty.Show Less - No.7
Eglise St Louis des Chartrons
5.0/51 ReviewsBordeaux1.6km from downtownReligious Sites
"There are two minarets, 191 feet tall, one of Bordeaux's tallest. Although not large, the interior is very beautiful, especially with stained glass windows." - No.8
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