Tickets to Expiatory Chapel, Paris
Tickets to Expiatory Chapel, Paris
Duration: 1 min (approx.)
1 min (approx.)
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Explore the Expiatory Chapel, an exquisite neoclassical landmark located in Paris's vibrant heart. Designed by Pierre Fontaine, who also crafted the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, this tranquil site offers a glimpse into France’s tumultuous past during the French Revolution era of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie-Antoinette. Enhance your visit with downloadable booklets available in multiple languages including English and Spanish.
Explore the Expiatory Chapel, an exquisite neoclassical landmark located in Paris's vibrant heart. Designed by Pierre Fontaine, who also crafted the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, this tranquil site offers a glimpse into France’s tumultuous past during the French Revolution era of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie-Antoinette. Enhance your visit with downloadable booklets available in multiple languages including English and Spanish.
The Expiatory Chapel in Paris showcases an exquisite example of Gothic design with intricate stained glass windows and a stunning rose window.
Admire this monument of remembrance built on the site where Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were buried during the French Revolution, reflecting their royal legacy.
Housing the remains of the royal couple, visit the chapel's crypt to admire sculptures including an angel pointing to the sky and a kneeling Marie-Antoinette in reverence.
Architect Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine designed this stunning chapel; he is also known for his work on other Parisian landmarks such as the Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe.
Admission to the Expiatory Chapel
Free accessible booklet available for download in seven languages
Individual Costs
Expiatory Chapel in Paris with blooming white roses in the foreground.
Located in the lively city of Paris lies the neoclassical wonder known as the Expiatory Chapel. This architectural marvel invites you to step back into French history, offering a serene escape amid tales from the era of the French Revolution. The chapel provides visitors with an enriching experience through its free downloadable booklet available in multiple languages including French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch, and Russian.
Conceived by Pierre Fontaine—the mind behind Paris's Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel—this tranquil site captures the essence of a turbulent past. Here, you'll encounter two striking marble sculptures: one depicting an angel pointing to the sky for King Louis XVI, and another portraying Queen Marie-Antoinette in prayer, each embodying poignant moments from their lives.
As your journey continues, explore the chapel's crypt where lies a black marble altar. This sacred spot marks the original resting place of France’s royal couple. The Expiatory Chapel is adorned with an eclectic mix of neoclassical, High-Renaissance, and Greco-Roman styles that envelop you in its historical ambiance.
Commissioned by Louis XVIII to honor his brother and sister-in-law's legacy amidst the transformative events they experienced, this site stands as a lasting tribute. Departing from the Expiatory Chapel leaves visitors with an enriched understanding of France’s royal history encapsulated within these walls.
Expiatory Chapel exterior with arches and greenery in Paris, France.
Expiatory Chapel altar with ornate candlesticks and crucifix in Paris, France.
Expiatory Chapel in Paris with blooming white roses in the foreground.
Expiatory Chapel exterior with arches and greenery in Paris, France.
Expiatory Chapel altar with ornate candlesticks and crucifix in Paris, France.
Statue inside Expiatory Chapel, Paris, depicting a kneeling figure holding a cross.
Important Information
- The Expiatory Chapel offers free admission on European Heritage Days during the third weekend of September and every first Sunday from November to March.
- Entry is complimentary for individuals under 18 years old, as well as EU nationals or non-EU residents in France aged between 18-25 (ID required).
Free entry is also available for disabled visitors with an adult companion, jobseekers presenting a certificate issued within the last six months, and holders of a valid education pass.
Restrictions
- The chapel experience cannot accommodate wheelchair users.
Pets are not permitted except for guide dogs.
Statue inside Expiatory Chapel, Paris, with ornate ceiling and candelabras.
Statue inside Expiatory Chapel, Paris, depicting a kneeling figure holding a cross.
Statue inside Expiatory Chapel, Paris, with ornate ceiling and candelabras.
Take advantage of free entry on European Heritage Days and every first Sunday from November to March for cost savings and fewer crowds.
If you're under 18 or between 18-25 years old in the EU (or a non-EU resident in France), remember that your ID is needed to enjoy complimentary admission.
Download the free booklet available in seven languages before visiting to enhance your understanding of this historical site without delay.
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