Cimiez Cathedral, Nice

Name: Cimiez Cathedral
Address: Nice, France

#34 among attractions in Nice

Church, Romanesque architecture

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Cimiez Cathedral was a Roman Catholic church in the southern town of Nice, France. The cathedral sat on the hill of the Château de Nice, a castle overlooking the city. The bishop's seat was transferred to the present Nice Cathedral in 1590. After incurring damage in the Siege of Nice in 1691, the former cathedral was demolished in 1706. ()

Local name: Cathédrale Sainte-Marie de Cimiez Completed: XV centuryArchitectural style: Pre-romanesque architectureCoordinates: 43°41'45"N, 7°16'52"E

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Vieille Ville (Saleya - Château)Nice France

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Cimiez Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: MAMAC, Palais Lascaris, Castle of Nice, Place Masséna.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cimiez Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Castle of Nice, Nice (3 min walk), Monument aux morts de Rauba-Capeù, Nice (4 min walk), Cimetière du Château, Nice (4 min walk), Church of Gesù, Nice (6 min walk).

How to get to Cimiez Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cimiez Cathedral:

Tram

Port Lympia • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)
Cathédrale - Vieille Ville • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)

Ferry

Nice Ferry Terminal (7 min walk)

Bus

Port Lympia • Lines: 100, 15, 33 (8 min walk)
Port Lympia / Fodéré • Lines: 7 (8 min walk)

Train

Nice Riquier (22 min walk)
Nice-Ville (30 min walk)