Orléans Cathedral
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ToursExplore Lably’s 3D toursIt was originally built from 1278 to 1329. It was partially destroyed in 1568 by the Huguenots during the French Wars of Religion, but was rebuilt between 1601 and 1829. The edifice is in the Gothic architectural style.
During the Siege of Orléans, the cathedral was visited frequently by Joan of Arc. The cathedral's stained glass windows now depict the story of Joan's actions that contributed to the lifting of the siege.
Burials
- John Stewart of Darnley
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Sources and external links
Media related to Orléans Cathedral at Wikimedia Commons
- Orleans Cathedral - World History Encyclopedia
- Map showing the city in which this church is located.
- (in French) Diocese of Orléans official website
- (in French)Ministry of Culture: Cathédrale Sainte-Croix d'Orléans
- Orleans Cathedral at Structurae
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