Basilique Saint-Sernin de Toulouse

The Basilique Saint-Sernin is an unmissable monument in Toulouse. It’s a stunning and well-preserved example of Romanesque architecture, known for its impressive size and beautiful details. Built in the 11th and 12th centuries, it was an important stop for pilgrims on the Way of St. James. Visiting this basilica is a must for anyone interested in history, art, or architecture—it truly captures the spirit of the city.

Beautiful architecture. We were lucky that there was a wedding ceremony when we entered so we got to hear the organ play live which was amazing. The entrance is free. Highly recommend a visit.

This church is really good if you're interested in medieval church architecture and history. Items of interest are well presented and there is an informative video running showing how the building evolved. Thoroughly recommended and free to enter.

Tucked in the heart of Toulouse, this basilica left a quiet but lasting impression on us. What makes it special is not lavish ornamentation, but the materials and structure themselves. It was beautifully raw and full of history.

Basilica of Saint-Sernin is dedicated to the first Bishop of Toulouse or third century and ot is part of the UNESCO world heritage. It is the oldest building of Toulouse and largest Romanesque church in France. It seems to have relics of 100s of saintss due to which it is considered as one of the stops to Compostela pilgrimage.

Wow .. what an amazing place. I've been to a lot of churches and this is one of the more stunning ones. The English Mass on Sundays has a clear message. My teens enjoy it and feel they have gotten a lot out of attending. Honestly a beautiful place.

It was one of the first places I visited. The entrance is free, and yes, I need to mention this since you will encounter cathedrals here that require payment for full access. It's beautiful inside and contains some old and attractive artwork. Souvenirs are also worthwhile to buy, fairly decent. I didn't attend any mass gatherings, but I imagine it's quite an experience.

Historic church. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is probably the only abbey building left in Toulouse, France. Church has beautiful interior with sculptors of various saints. A must visit.

This cathedral built in 11 century. It is UNESCO world heritage site for Toulouse. It was the abbey for Saint Sernin. The abbey did not survive, only the church remains. It is an important stop for the pilgrims of Santiago de Compostela. This cathedral has unique bell tower. It is the first thing you spot when you get close to the church. This church has a lot relic collection. No wonder is the pilgrims visited place. The collection of saints' bone can be found as relic. The crypt is the location for most of the relic. The church has semicircular round ceiling in compare to many churches are vaulted ceiling. The church display a lot of statues. Some of statues are Saint Roch, Louis of Toulouse, and more. These statues are famous people. Visit the church only need 1 hour.

This had been on my bucket list of places to visit in Toulouse because it is part of the Compostela route and UNESCO designated. Upon entering, it is easy to see why. First, measures were taken to ensure proper social distancing by putting lines on the floor to direct traffic. The frescoes are in excellent shape and worth seeing. Everything in the basilica is well preserved.

If you only visit one thing In Toulouse you must visit the Basilique Saint-Sernin. (Actually if you only visit one thing in Toulouse you have been very foolish and have deprived yourself of some marvelous experiences, but you know that). Saint-Sernin is the largest remaining Romanesque Church in the world. Although there are still many smaller Romanesque churches, with the exception of Saint-Sernin older cathedrals were rebuilt in the Gothic style so it of real interest to see a really large Romanesque structure. Saint-Sernin lacks the soaring ceilings and large glass windows of Gothic Cathedrals but it has its own beauty. The current Cathedral is over 1000 years old but there have been churches on this site since the early Christian Era. When we lived in Toulouse our apartment was near Saint-Sernin and we attended some masses there. Although not a Catholic nor particularly religious, I always make it a point to attend church when abroad as it provides me a real sense of place. It gives me a frisson to attend a religious service in a church which is over a thousand years old. Since my heritage is partially French although from the north not near Toulouse in the south west, it was particularly meaningful for me. Although my French is not good I was able to follow and participate in the services. Very few people in France attend church these days and we were made to feel very welcome. I will always have a warm feeling when I think of Saint-Sernin.