Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre, Paris, France
The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre, or Basilica of the National Vow, sits at the summit of Butte Montmartre. Located in the Clignancourt district of the 18th arrondissement, it is one of Paris's most iconic religious buildings. The basilica is a sanctuary of Eucharistic adoration and divine mercy and belongs to the Archdiocese of Paris.
Construction began after the Franco-Prussian War and the Paris Commune. In 1873, the National Assembly declared the basilica of public utility. The goal was to restore faith and provide a moral foundation for the country after the war. The church was officially completed in 1923, symbolizing both political and religious renewal.
Standing at 130 meters above sea level, the basilica offers panoramic views of Paris. Its dome, which rises to 83 meters, makes it highly visible across the city. The church’s location and height allow it to dominate the skyline.
With nearly eleven million visitors and pilgrims annually, the basilica is the second most visited religious site in Paris. Only Notre-Dame Cathedral attracts more visitors. The Basilica of the Sacred Heart continues to be a major religious and cultural landmark in the city.
To reach the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre by air, rail, or bus, here are the main options:
By Air
Paris Airports:Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Orly (ORY) are the main international airports. From CDG: Take a train from Gare du Nord to Gare Saint-Lazare (about 30-40 minutes), then transfer to the Montmartre Funicular or bus (Line 30 or 54). From Orly: Take a train from Antony to Gare Denfert-Rochereau, then transfer to Line 6 of the Metro and get off at Montmartre (about 45 minutes).
By Rail From Paris Gare du Nord: Take the Metro Line 4 to Château Rouge station. The basilica is a 10-minute walk uphill from there. From other cities:Trains from Lyon, Marseille, or Nice arrive at Gare de Lyon or Gare Saint-Lazare. From these stations, take the Metro or bus to Montmartre.
By Bus From Gare du Nord: Take Bus 30 or Bus 54 to the Montmartre stop, then walk to the basilica (about 10 minutes). From Opera/Champs-Élysées: Take Bus 67 or Bus 80 to the Funicular Montmartre stop. From other locations: Several buses serve the Montmartre area, including Bus 85 and Bus 95.
Local Transport Funicular: The Montmartre Funicular offers an easy ride up the hill to the basilica from the Funiculaire station at the base of Montmartre. Metro: Line 12 (Abbesses station) is the closest metro to the basilica. From there, it's a short walk or a quick ride on the funicular.
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Monday 07.00 AM – 11.00 AM – 06:30 PM – 10.00 PM Tuesday 07.00 AM – 11.00 AM – 06:30 PM – 10.00 PM Wednesday 07.00 AM – 11.00 AM – 06:30 PM – 10.00 PM Thursday 07.00 AM – 11.00 AM – 06:30 PM – 10.00 PM Friday 07.00 AM – 11.00 AM – 03.00 PM – 06:30 PM – 10.00 PM Saturday 07.00 AM – 11.00 AM – 10.00 PM Sunday 07.00 AM – 11.00 AM – 06:00 PM – 10.00 PM
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