Visit of the heights of the cathedral

Name: Visit of the heights of the cathedral
Start: 2023-09-16T09:30:00+02:00
End: 2023-09-17T17:00:00+02:00
Location: Cathédrale Sainte-Croix

After climbing 252 steps, an itinerant route will show you the flying buttresses and the framework of this cathedral, witness to the historical events that have marked it, since its construction…

16 and 17 September 2023Passed

Conditions

Reservation required on 02 38 24 05 05 or at the reception of the Tourist Office. Limited places: 12 people.

Registration

02 38 24 05 05

After climbing 252 steps, you will discover the flying buttresses and the structure of this cathedral, witness to the historical events that marked it, since its construction more than 600 years ago. Admire the panoramic view of Orléans and its surroundings at a height of 41 meters! Important information: For your safety, children under 12 years of age, pregnant women and anyone with a large bag (backpack, large carry-on bag, travel bag, etc.) are not allowed. In case of bad weather, the visit can be cancelled without notice. Some parts of the heights can be closed due to work.

About the location

Cathédrale Sainte-Croix

Place Sainte-Croix, 45000 Orléans

Loiret
Centre-Val de Loire

The shape of the cathedral that we now know is due to the restorations launched under Henry IV and continued by his successors, in a Gothic style. But, from the remains of the primitive church of the 7th century to the contemporary stained glass windows of Pierre Carron, all centuries and all styles have come to enrich the building as its construction and its incessant reconstructions and restorations.