Why visit / Interesting facts:
- One of the most recognized building in Paris
- Beautiful Roman Catholic church
Time required: 30 minutes
Phone: +33 1 53 41 89 00
Web site: http://www.sacre-coeur-m...
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Daily: | 6am - 10:30pm |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | Free |
Public transport:
- Metro Line 12: Abbesses station
Address: 35, rue du Chevalier-de-la-Barre, 75018 Paris
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Things you need to know:
- The Sacré-Coeur is a spectacular white Roman Catholic church on the top of Montmartre hill
- It stands on the highest point in Paris
- Its full name is the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus of Paris
- The basilica was built 1876-1919 as a memorial to the French soldiers who died in the Franco-Prussian War (1870-71)
- The construction was fincanced entirely from donations
- It offers breathtaking views both from its front steps and its dome
What to do there:
- After wandering around the small, narrow and hilly streets of Montmartre take the funiculaire to the top of the hill to this staggeringly beautiful basilica
- Enjoy the atmosphere, visit the church and have a walk along the small and narrow streets on top of the hill
- The views over Paris are gorgeous from there
