Notre-Dame de Rodez Cathedral

Notre-Dame Cathedral of Rodez

Notre-Dame Cathedral is one of the largest Gothic monuments of the south of France, in the very heart of Rodez. The Rodez audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this red sandstone building, an emblem of the city.

A Gothic giant of red sandstone

Built entirely of red sandstone, Notre-Dame Cathedral of Rodez is one of the most vast Gothic buildings of the south of France, with its one hundred and seven metres in length. Raised from the thirteenth to the sixteenth century, it stands out by its imposing finely sculpted bell tower, one of the finest of the era. Its fortress-like façade and its luminous interior make it a masterpiece dominating the city and the Rouergue plateau.

What to see

You admire the red sandstone silhouette, the imposing finely sculpted bell tower, the fortress-like façade and the luminous interior, in an atmosphere of contemplation. Notre-Dame Cathedral is the emblem of Rodez and a Gothic masterpiece. It is a major stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

Notre-Dame Cathedral lies in the heart of the historic centre of Rodez, reachable on foot. A working 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 the cathedral of Rodez?

Built entirely of red sandstone, one hundred and seven metres long, it is one of the largest Gothic buildings of the south of France, famous for its imposing sculpted bell tower.

Where is Notre-Dame Cathedral of Rodez?

In the heart of the historic centre of Rodez, in the Aveyron.