Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois, Paris

Name: Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois
Address: 2 Place du Louvre, Paris, 75001, France
Telephone: +33 1 42 60 13 96

#213 among attractions in Paris

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Facts and practical information

The Church of Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois is a Roman Catholic church in the First Arrondissement of Paris, situated at 2 Place du Louvre, directly across from the Louvre Palace. It was named for Germanus of Auxerre, the Bishop of Auxerre, who became a papal envoy and who met Saint Genevieve, the patron Saint of Paris, on his journeys. Genevieve is reputed to have converted the queen Clotilde and her husband, French King Clovis I to Christianity at the tomb of Saint Germain in Auxerre. ()

Local name: Église Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois de Paris Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 48°51'33"N, 2°20'29"E

Address

2 Place du LouvreLouvre (Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois)Paris 75001 France

Contact

+33 1 42 60 13 96

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Day trips

Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musée du Louvre, Cour Carrée, Pont des Arts, Louvre castle.

~1350 ftNW
Landmark art museum with vast collection
Musée du Louvre, Paris
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~800 ftNW
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Cour Carrée, Paris
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~920 ftW
Scenic bridge crossing the Seine
Pont des Arts, Paris
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, France, the Pont des Arts is an iconic pedestrian bridge that spans the serene Seine River, connecting the Institut de France and the central square of the Palais du Louvre. Known for its stunning views and romantic ambiance, the Pont des...
~890 ftNW
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Louvre castle, Paris
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~570 ftNW
Baroque architecture, Palace, Monuments and statues
Louvre Colonnade, Paris
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~1370 ftN
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~1390 ftNW
Museum
Capitoline Venus, Paris
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~1070 ftSW
Museum, Architecture, Specialty museum
Monnaie de Paris, Paris
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~990 ftS
Leafy public square with cafes
Place Dauphine, Paris
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~1400 ftW
Palace
Grande Galerie, Paris
7 min walk • The Grande Galerie, in the past also known as the Galerie du Bord de l'Eau, is a wing of the Louvre Palace, perhaps more properly referred to as the Aile de la Grande Galerie, since it houses the longest and largest room of the museum, also referred to as the Grande Galerie, one of the museum's most iconic spaces.
~1270 ftE
Theater, Gabriel Davioud, Opera
Théâtre du Châtelet, Paris
7 min walk • The Théâtre du Châtelet is a theatre and opera house, located in the place du Châtelet in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, France. One of two theatres built on the site of a châtelet, a small castle or fortress, it was designed by Gabriel Davioud at the request of Baron Haussmann between 1860 and 1862.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois open?

Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm
Thursday 9 am - 7 pm
Friday 9 am - 7 pm
Saturday 9 am - 7 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 8:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois?

Nearby attractions include 1st arrondissement of Paris, Paris (2 min walk), Place du Louvre, Paris (2 min walk), Louvre Colonnade, Paris (3 min walk), Pont Neuf, Paris (4 min walk).

How to get to Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois by public transport?

The nearest stations to Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois:

Metro

Pont Neuf • Lines: 7 (2 min walk)
Louvre — Rivoli • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)

Bus

Pont Neuf - Quai du Louvre • Lines: 21, 27, 67, 69, 70, 72, 74, 85, N11, N15, N16, N24 (2 min walk)
Louvre - Rivoli • Lines: 21, 67, 69, 72, 74, 85, N11, N15, N16, N24 (4 min walk)

Train

Châtelet - Les Halles (8 min walk)
Saint-Michel Notre-Dame (12 min walk)

Ferry

Louvre • Lines: Batobus (12 min walk)
Hôtel-de-Ville • Lines: Batobus (17 min walk)