Catholic Cathedral Turned Calvinist in 1535 - St Pierre Cathedral
Standing on the highest point of Geneva’s Old Town, St. Pierre Cathedral overlooks the city and Lake Geneva. It’s one of the city’s most iconic landmarks — both an architectural gem and a site of deep religious and historical significance. Completed in 1288, it was originally a Roma Catholic cathedral but became a Calvinist Church in 1535. It is known as the adopted home church of John Calvin, one of the leaders of the Protestant Reformation.
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What you should know:
There is no admission fee to enter the cathedral, but there is a fee to climb the towers. Admission can be purchase don site.
You could spend up to 1 1/2 hours exploring here and climbing to the towers.
Public restrooms are available.
On the street parking, both metered and free, as well as underground paid parking options.
The church and towers are self-guided.
The climb to the tower is worth it, the view is incredible. There are resting spots along the staircase, so take your time and enjoy the historic structure.
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Location: Cour de Saint-Pierre 8, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland
For more information: St Pierre Cathedral
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