Views of the cathedral

The viewpoint of the cathedral, in Bourges

A magnificent viewpoint reveals the cathedral of Bourges in all its splendour, from the gardens below. The Bourges audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this perspective, one of the finest over the emblematic monument of the city.

The finest view of the monument

It is certainly the finest perspective over Saint-Étienne Cathedral of Bourges. From the gardens laid out at the foot of the building, the gaze takes in the imposing mass of the Gothic monument, its slender flying buttresses, its towers and its chevet. The contrast between the greenery of the garden and the golden stone of the cathedral composes a striking picture, particularly beautiful through the seasons and the lights. It is the ideal place to admire and photograph the masterpiece of the city.

What to see

You admire Saint-Étienne Cathedral in all its splendour, its flying buttresses, its towers and its chevet, in a fine contrast with the greenery of the gardens. This viewpoint offers the finest perspective over the monument of Bourges. It is a must-see stop, ideal for photographing the cathedral.

Practical information

The viewpoint of the cathedral is discovered from the gardens located at the foot of the building, in the heart of Bourges, reachable on foot. They are open-air public spaces, freely accessible during the opening hours of the garden. The view is particularly beautiful at the end of the day, when the light gilds the stone.

From where to admire the cathedral of Bourges?

From the gardens laid out at the foot of the building, which offer the finest perspective over Saint-Étienne Cathedral and its chevet.

Where is this viewpoint of the cathedral?

In the gardens at the foot of the cathedral, in the heart of Bourges.