Saint-Pierre Cathedral

Saint-Pierre Cathedral, in Rennes

Saint-Pierre Cathedral is the main religious building of Rennes, in the heart of the historic centre. The Rennes audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this sanctuary and its rich interior decor.

The sanctuary at the heart of old Rennes

Saint-Pierre Cathedral of Rennes, the seat of the archbishopric, was rebuilt in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, after the collapse of the previous buildings. Behind its classical façade framed by two towers hides an interior of great richness, with sumptuous decoration of marbles, gildings and paintings. It keeps a precious carved Antwerp altarpiece. Located in the heart of old Rennes, near the Mordelaises Gates, it remains the main place of worship and a major landmark of the city.

What to see

You admire the classical façade with two towers and the sumptuous interior of marbles, gildings and paintings, including a precious carved Antwerp altarpiece, in an atmosphere of contemplation. Saint-Pierre Cathedral is the main religious building of Rennes. It is a major stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

Saint-Pierre Cathedral lies in the heart of old Rennes, near the Mordelaises Gates, 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 remarkable about Saint-Pierre Cathedral of Rennes?

Its sumptuous interior of marbles, gildings and paintings, and its precious carved Antwerp altarpiece, behind a classical façade with two towers.

Where is Saint-Pierre Cathedral?

In the heart of old Rennes, near the Mordelaises Gates, in Brittany.