Viewpoint of the Cathedral

The viewpoint of the cathedral, in Auxerre

This viewpoint offers a fine perspective over Saint-Étienne Cathedral, which dominates Auxerre with its some sixty-eight metres. The Auxerre audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this panorama over the emblematic monument of the town.

The cathedral that dominates the town

From this viewpoint reveals itself in all its splendour Saint-Étienne Cathedral, which rises to about sixty-eight metres and dominates Auxerre and the valley of the Yonne. The perspective highlights the Gothic silhouette of the monument, its slender spire, its sculpted façade and its tower, which stand out above the roofs of the old town. This panorama, one of the most emblematic of the city, allows you to admire with respect the imposing stature of the building and to understand the role of spiritual and visual landmark that it plays for centuries.

What to see

You admire the Gothic silhouette of Saint-Étienne Cathedral, its slender spire and its sculpted façade, which dominate the roofs of the old town and the valley of the Yonne. This viewpoint is one of the most emblematic of Auxerre. It is a must-see stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The viewpoint of the cathedral is discovered from the old town and the surroundings of the Yonne, in Auxerre, reachable on foot. They are open-air public spaces, freely accessible. The view is particularly beautiful at sunset, when the light gilds the stone of the cathedral.

What is the height of the cathedral of Auxerre?

Its spire rises to about sixty-eight metres; Saint-Étienne Cathedral dominates the old town and the valley of the Yonne, and it is the most emblematic monument of Auxerre.

Where to admire the cathedral of Auxerre?

From the old town and the surroundings of the Yonne, in Auxerre, in France.