The most beautiful religious buildings Franche-Comté

The impressive church Saint-Nithier is of Romanesque construction. If it retained a few remains of the th century, it was several times reworked. In 1652, the entrance was reversed with the choir and a fire devastated it in 1637. Inside, visitors can discover th century stalls from the abbey of Baume-les-Messieurs. There are also five remarkable paintings of the th century masters, who were previously at the Château de Versailles! The beautiful Clocher tiles are typically comtois.

The church Saint-Christophe became a cathedral in 1979 and set its classic facade of rose sandstone on the Place de'in the old heart of Belfort. Classified Historic Monument since 1930, it was built in record time from 1726 to 1750, thanks to popular generosity. Inside, all the sculptures are franc artist Antoine Cupillard. You can also admire the paintings of the Belfortain painter Gustave Dauphin. The large organs, works by Valtrin de Mirecourt, were built in 1749. They are among the most beautiful organs of France and their exceptional acoustics give rise to concerts. The South and West sides were restored in 2004-05 and 2006-07. After the work on the North and East façades, the rehabilitation of the North Tower is under consideration.

The church of Saint-Just is easily identifiable thanks to its unusual bell tower: its rounded top, decorated with ochre-coloured tiles as well as those of its local stones. Defying the sky, this 17th century giant stretches to 60 m and dominates the city. Once located in the centre of a fortified Benedictine priory, the church served as an unobstructed observation point in the event of an invasion. Come in and you won't be disappointed! Admire the nave and the aisles typical of Burgundian Romanesque art from the 11th and 12th centuries. The carved wooden pulpit dates back to the 13th century. In the background, the imposing Marin Carouge organ of 1728 has just been restored and has given rise to musical festivals. Lovers of ecclesiastical spaces will also be charmed by right-wing chapels from various periods (until the 19th century) offering beautiful architectural features and a sublime statue of the Virgin and Child from the 14th century.

A building that underwent numerous transformations during the th, th, th and th centuries. A former hospice of the Holy Spirit, the church has become a Protestant temple since 1842. In his courtyard you can admire a beautiful wooden gallery finished in the early th century.

Located along the quays, this architectural ensemble looks after its impressive appearance. Works by the architect Marnotte (1869), he is of néomauresque style and endowed with an affirmed orientalism. You will admire the finesse of the sculptures and decorations of the four facades punctuated by pillars and narrow openings.

The sentinel of the Battant neighborhood! Built under Louis XV from 1746 on the plans of the architect Nicolas Nicole, the Madeleine is a model of neoclassical architecture. With its large façade flanked by two square towers, which were completed in 1830, the building is very impressive. Inside, three naves follow in a harmonious set.

Founded in the fourth century, the current church was erected between 1782 and 1786 by architect Bertrand, according to projects by Victor Louis. The impressive height of its steeple is explained by its role as a belfry. The interior is equally imposing with its large columns. You also admire the woodwork that compose the choir, as well as works of art such as the Pietà de Luc Breton.

This church is one of the first in France to be built in reinforced concrete, more is on a historically Protestant territory. This architecture gives the building a rather peculiar style, giving it the appearance of fortress imprenable. This holy place was built in 1932 by the plans of the monk Dom Bellot, and has bright stained glass windows that create wonderful light games.