Saint-Pierre Church

Saint-Pierre Church, in Saumur

Saint-Pierre Church stands on the most emblematic square of old Saumur. The Saumur audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this sanctuary in the Angevin style, behind its classical façade.

A sanctuary in the Angevin style

On Place Saint-Pierre, undoubtedly the most emblematic of Saumur, surrounded by terraces, old façades and picturesque lanes, stands Saint-Pierre Church. Behind its seventeenth-century classical façade hides a much older building, in the Angevin Gothic style, known as Plantagenet, recognisable by its characteristic domed vaults. It keeps a rich heritage, including fine tapestries. It is one of the oldest and most precious religious buildings of Saumur.

What to see

You admire the classical façade, the domed vaults in Angevin Gothic style and the rich heritage of the church, including fine tapestries, in an atmosphere of contemplation, on the most emblematic square of Saumur. It is a major stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

Saint-Pierre Church lies on Place Saint-Pierre, in the heart of old Saumur, 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 Saint-Pierre Church of Saumur?

Behind its seventeenth-century classical façade hides an Angevin Gothic building with domed vaults, keeping a rich heritage including fine tapestries.

Where is Saint-Pierre Church of Saumur?

On Place Saint-Pierre, in the heart of old Saumur.