Basilica Saint-Denis, royal necropolis
The Basilica of Saint Denis is not only the necropolis of almost each french king and queen but also the first example of French Gothic architecture ever built in Europe. It was built in the 12th century on the orders of Suger, abbot of Saint Denis and a great influential political figure. Thanks to him we can appreciate the heavenly Jerusalem on earth. Come and visit the burial place of the first bishop of Paris who was martyred in the 3rd century, one of the most powerful Benedictine abbeys in the middle ages, the place where Joan of Arc left her weapons before being burnt at the stake at about 19 years old and where Charlemagne was crowned at the age of 15.
HIGHLIGHTS
Lecture of the basilica's facade
Talk about the town of Saint Denis in the 17th century
Know about the legend of Saint Denis, the first bishop of Paris
Stages of the Basilica's construction
Suger and its idea of light & gothic style
The evolution of funerary sculpture
The french revolution and much more
INCLUSIONS
2 hours semi-private tour with certified guide
Electronic headphones to clearly listen to your guide
Suitable for all ages
Limited groups of only 10 people or less
EXCLUSIONS
Transportation
Entrance tickets
MEETING POINT
In front of the central portal outside the Basilica
Look for a guide with 'Paris in Tour' sign or Parisian metro station
The Basilica of Saint Denis is not only the necropolis of almost each french king and queen but also the first example of French Gothic architecture ever built in Europe. It was built in the 12th century on the orders of Suger, abbot of Saint Denis and a great influential political figure. Thanks to him we can appreciate the heavenly Jerusalem on earth. Come and visit the burial place of the first bishop of Paris who was martyred in the 3rd century, one of the most powerful Benedictine abbeys in the middle ages, the place where Joan of Arc left her weapons before being burnt at the stake at about 19 years old and where Charlemagne was crowned at the age of 15.