Notre-Dame du Taur

Notre-Dame du Taur church, with its wall-belfry in Toulouse

Notre-Dame du Taur church stands out by its remarkable wall-belfry, one of the most characteristic of Toulouse. The Toulouse audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this Gothic building, linked to the memory of Saint Saturnin.

A church linked to the legend of Saint Sernin

Built in the fourteenth century, Notre-Dame du Taur church stands out by its brick wall-belfry, a façade pierced with openings characteristic of Toulouse Gothic. Its name, taur meaning bull, evokes the legend of Saint Saturnin, or Sernin, the first bishop of Toulouse, martyred by being tied to a bull. The church, located on Rue du Taur, testifies to this founding history of the city.

What to see

You admire the remarkable brick wall-belfry, characteristic of Toulouse Gothic, and the interior of the church, in an atmosphere of contemplation. Notre-Dame du Taur recalls the legend of Saint Sernin and the origin of the name of Rue du Taur. It is a stop for lovers of religious heritage and history, in the heart of Toulouse.

Practical information

Notre-Dame du Taur church lies on Rue du Taur, in the heart of Toulouse, reachable on foot. A Catholic place of worship, its visit follows its own hours, which vary with celebrations and the season; the wall-belfry can be freely admired from the street. It is best to enquire before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

Where does the name of Notre-Dame du Taur church come from?

From taur, the bull, in reference to the legend of Saint Saturnin, the first bishop of Toulouse, martyred by being tied to a bull.

Where is Notre-Dame du Taur church?

On Rue du Taur, in the heart of Toulouse.