Saint-Aubain Cathedral

Saint-Aubain Cathedral, in Namur

Saint-Aubain Cathedral is the great sanctuary of Namur, a remarkable cathedral of classical style with baroque touches. The Namur audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this major eighteenth-century building, topped with its fine dome.

The classical cathedral with the dome

Saint-Aubain Cathedral is the main religious building of Namur. Of classical style, with baroque and rococo touches, it proves how much it has known how to cross history with elegance. To achieve this imposing building, seventy-eight metres long and seventeen wide, it took sixteen years of works, launched in 1751. Recognisable by its harmonious façade and above all by its fine dome that dominates the town, the cathedral stands out in the landscape of Namur. It is one of the rare cathedrals of Belgium built in this classical style, which makes it a singular building. Inside, the vast nave, the marbles, the sculptures and the works of art testify to the refinement of the religious art of the era. It also shelters precious elements linked to the heritage of the town. A major sanctuary and a jewel of architecture, Saint-Aubain Cathedral is discovered with respect.

What to see

You admire, with respect, the cathedral of classical style with baroque touches, seventy-eight metres long, built in sixteen years from 1751, one of the rare cathedrals of Belgium in this style, recognisable by its fine dome that dominates the town, and its interior adorned with marbles, sculptures and works of art. Saint-Aubain Cathedral is a major sanctuary of Namur. It is a stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

Saint-Aubain Cathedral lies in the heart of Namur, reachable on foot. A place of worship, it can be visited with respect for services; entry is generally free, but hours vary with celebrations. It is best to check them before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

What is particular about Saint-Aubain Cathedral of Namur?

It is one of the rare cathedrals of Belgium of classical style, with baroque and rococo touches; built in sixteen years from 1751, seventy-eight metres long, it is recognisable by its fine dome that dominates the town.

Where is Saint-Aubain Cathedral of Namur?

In the heart of Namur, in Belgium.