The church of a former abbey destroyed by the Vikings and rebuilt, named in the 8th century after Saint Germain, a 6th-century bishop; the lower levels of the bell tower, the nave and the transept are its oldest parts. The City of Paris and the parish restored the 19th-century nave murals to their original colours, and René Descartes is buried here.
- Address
- 3 Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 75006 Paris
- Hours
- Mon-Sun 10:00-20:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09; closed to visitors during services)
- Best time to go
- Morning, Afternoon · About 30 min
- Price
- Free entry
- Price level
- €
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Find Descartes's tomb in one of the side chapels.
- Step-free access is through 168 bis Boulevard Saint-Germain on request.
- The Musée Eugène-Delacroix is a short walk away.