Cathédrale Saint-Pierre
Cathédrale Saint-Pierre
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Moleseyboy
London, UK417 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
This is a remarkable structure which dominates the skyline of Poitiers, but in a curiously under-stated way. The cathedral is not typically blingy, but is airy and jaw-dropping in it scale.
There are some beautiful stained glass windows, remarkable (if weather-beaten) carvings and impressive paintings. The building belongs to it milieu, but marks the edge of the old town, before one quickly is reminded that much of Poitiers is modern & unexceptional.
There are some beautiful stained glass windows, remarkable (if weather-beaten) carvings and impressive paintings. The building belongs to it milieu, but marks the edge of the old town, before one quickly is reminded that much of Poitiers is modern & unexceptional.
Written 15 August 2022
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350hkt
Yoxall, UK182 contributions
Aug 2019
this is a lovely place to visit , the architecture and ambience definitely make it worth the walk on a very hot day
Written 27 September 2019
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E. L. Monti
Öland, Sweden10 contributions
Jun 2019
If you want to see a magnificent cathedral, this is it! This church was built by Alienor of Aquitaine and her husband Henry II of England. They’re portrayed on the bottom the great window right in the front of the church. The height of the roof is incredible, and it’s probably one of the cleanest churches I’ve seen. There were some renovations going on though but the closed parts were just small portions. A church built over 800 years ago needs its touching ups now and then!
Well worth a visit. Only the way down and catching a glimpse of the front for the first time will make you awe. Can’t believe this was built in 12th century.
Well worth a visit. Only the way down and catching a glimpse of the front for the first time will make you awe. Can’t believe this was built in 12th century.
Written 30 August 2019
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Big Pumpkin
Cardiff, UK76 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Less than 10 minutes walk through streets from centre. This is superb, especially considering its history. It is worth it for the stained glass windows alone in my opinion. Lovely, quiet and serene.
Written 24 August 2019
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853barry
Abbotsford, Canada203 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
A little further away from the other sites,but worth the walk.
It is downhill a little way,maybe an extra 6-10 mins walk,but use the route that says 'Cathedral'...the other one is a little less pleasant..!
It is a great Cathedral...does France have any bad Cathedrals?
It is where Eleanor of Aquitaine married the future Henry 11 of England.
It is downhill a little way,maybe an extra 6-10 mins walk,but use the route that says 'Cathedral'...the other one is a little less pleasant..!
It is a great Cathedral...does France have any bad Cathedrals?
It is where Eleanor of Aquitaine married the future Henry 11 of England.
Written 16 October 2018
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Georgina O
Gorron, France16 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Fab for walking around, good restauants, the churches are a must see, I have never seen coloured pillars like these.delightful Wished we had longer, good cafe culture .
Written 4 October 2018
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northants90
Northampton, UK2,956 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
A real must in Poitiers the churches are different and stunning. The coming together for the different churches is quite something and adds to the real beauty of the old town art of the city. It is quite something g and really worth taking time to visit inside and out.
Free to enter. No rush. Just beauty.
Free to enter. No rush. Just beauty.
Written 27 September 2018
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northants90
Northampton, UK2,956 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
Now this is an impressive cathedral Iin the city.
Amazing ceilings
Lovely art work
Free entry
Peace and quiet
Staff on hand
A lovely church is a super city.
Amazing ceilings
Lovely art work
Free entry
Peace and quiet
Staff on hand
A lovely church is a super city.
Written 27 September 2018
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Iona M
68 contributions
Jun 2018
This is a great cathedral with some fine recently discovered frescoes and some beautiful early choir stalls with lovely carvings. Also some fine gothic portals. Entry is free but donations are encouraged. The cathedral is quite a few minutes walk from the town centre. It seems strange that there are no shops or cafes anywhere near the cathedral so far as I can tell. It would surely get more visitors if there was. It's not far from the baptistery and the museum but again not much sign of refreshments.
Written 11 June 2018
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2BP45
Adelaide, Australia70 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
A very large and light cathedral in the French Gothic style with some interesting stained glass. The choir stalls from the 17th century are very well preserved. It is a slightly unusual style with very shallow transepts. Set among attractive old buildings, it is well worth a visit.
Written 11 May 2018
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