OnSaturday and Sunday, September 21 and 22, 2024, the Tour Saint-Jacques will be unveiling its treasures as part of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days). This Gothic-inspired medieval tower, nestled just a stone's throw from the Hôtel de Ville, offers a special program for the 41st edition of this exceptional cultural event. Yes, every year at the start of the new academic year, the heritage of the Paris region is offered up to you through a vast program of visits and events at the heart of these cultural treasures.
Tour Saint-Jacques, the ancient bell tower with its sublime view over Paris, open from May to November
The Tour Saint-Jacques and its panoramic view over the whole of Paris is open to visitors from May 17 to November 10, 2024. Located just a stone's throw from the Hôtel de Ville, this historic monument is a sight to behold, with its 62 meters and 300 steps. Tours are available in small groups. [Read more]
Built between 1509 and 1523, this tower was originally the bell tower of the Eglise Saint-Jacques. Its panoramic view is well worth the climb up 300 steps. It's an opportunity to discover the history of this tower, which over the centuries housed the experiments of Pascal Blaise, whose statue, sculpted by Pierre Jules Cavelier in 1856, remains in the square, as well as a lead shot factory from 1824 to 1836. Imposing for its gargoyles and its dimensions, the Tour Saint-Jacques is a vestige of medieval Paris not to be missed!
So, what's in store at the Tour Saint-Jacques for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris? Check out the program below for the latest edition of this September must-see event.
A veritable architectural treasure trove in the heritage of the city of Paris, the Tour Saint-Jacques towers 54 metres above the city. A privileged witness to the history and evolution of the Châtelet district, this tower, a vestige of the former Saint-Jacques-La-Boucherie church, takes you on a journey through the centuries. Discover its various uses, the illustrious figures who have marked its history, and the restoration campaigns that have enabled its preservation.
Take part in the perilous ascent of the monument's 300 steps, and you'll be rewarded with a breathtaking view over the rooftops of Paris!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024
Location
La Tour Saint Jacques
Square Saint-Jacques
75004 Paris 4
Prices
Free
Recommended age
From 10 years old
Official website
www.toursaintjacques.fr
Tour Saint-Jacques, the ancient bell tower with its sublime view over Paris, open from May to November
