It's one of the capital's most symbolic monuments, and one of the finest treasures of the medieval era in Paris. The Notre-Dame Cathedral stands in the middle of the City of Light, and for many centuries has dominated the capital, seeing it through the ages. Built between 1163 and 1345, it is one of the few remaining vestiges of the Middle Ages in Paris, and has inspired many artists, most notably Victor Hugo. His novel Notre-Dame de Paris has been reinterpreted by Walt Disney Studios and even in a hit musical.
Notre-Dame Cathedral is also steeped in mystery and legend. There's no end to the fascination we have for this monument, and following the fire of 2019, which caused the heaviest damage to the edifice since its construction, the reopening is eagerly awaited. In the meantime, events and exhibitions have been organized to help us rediscover the history and folklore surrounding Notre-Dame de Paris. Find out more about what's on and what's coming up for a dive into the cathedral's secrets.
Notre-Dame: Italy takes to the cathedral vaults with a Neapolitan crib for Christmas
For the festive season, an exceptional Neapolitan nativity scene takes up residence in Notre-Dame de Paris, recently reopened to the public. An 18th-century masterpiece, it unveils 150 santons showcasing Italian craftsmanship and Christmas traditions. Come and visit the cathedral until February 2025! [Read more]
La Dame de Pierre a tribute to Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral
La Dame de Pierre, a veritable historical fresco, pays tribute in music and light to the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris. On December 20, 21 and 22, 2024, a few days after the reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris, the show returns for a second season, following the success of its first performances. [Read more]
Gardiens du geste: the exhibition to mark the reopening of Notre-Dame at the Musée de la Légion d'Honneur
The Musée de la Légion d'Honneur pays tribute to the craftsmen who helped renovate Notre-Dame de Paris, in an exhibition running from December 11, 2024 to March 2, 2025. [Read more]
Browse Notre-Dame, the cathedral's medieval manuscript exhibition at the Musée de Cluny
To coincide with the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Musée de Cluny is presenting two exhibitions, including one on masterpieces from its medieval library, organized in conjunction with BnF, from November 19, 2024 to March 16, 2025. [Read more]
Making stones speak, the exhibition on Notre-Dame's medieval sculptures at the Musée de Cluny
To mark the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, the Musée du Moyen-Âge is presenting an exhibition based on its sculpted decor and the stones recovered, providing an opportunity to imagine the monument in medieval times, from November 19, 2024 to March 16, 2025. [Read more]
Notre-Dame de Paris at the heart of the construction site, the free exhibition under the forecourt in photos
The Notre-Dame de Paris: au coeur du chantier exhibition, which takes place beneath the cathedral's forecourt, is now unveiled. From March 7, 2023, until the monument reopens, discover the work of the hundreds of men and women who are rebuilding the cathedral. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the highlights of the titanic construction site, to discover the work of the journeymen and craftsmen, and the challenges of reconstruction. [Read more]
