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From all around Paris you can see Sacre Coeur sitting high on the hill of Montmartre . It is located in the North of Paris, 129 meters above sea level (200 meters from the Dome). The style of both the interior and exterior is Romano-Byzantine. The laying of the foundation stone began in 1875.
The Sacre Coeur (Sacred Heart) Basilica (place of pilgrimage) is a really beautiful building. The metro stop for SC is about a 15 minute walk to the church. It is in a really charming area and the walk was very refreshing. The funicular to the church was out of order so we had to climb the 200 steps to the top. From outside the Basilica you could see over all of Paris.
The inside of the church was nice enough with many separate altars but I really thought it was the outside design/architecture that was special. One thing I liked very much about this church was that it was not for tourists in that no photos were allowed and you had to be quiet while walking around. In front of every altar you had an opportunity to light a candle, which I did. Please remember to make a donation since these donations help maintain the church.
The Basilica is open every day from 6am to 11pm ( for visits, the last entries are around 10.15pm).
You can climb up the dome to have a fanstastic view of Paris: 9.00am to 7pm (6pm in winter). It is also possible to visit the crypt (same times).
Times of Service:
Weekday
11h 15 Mass
18h 30 Mass
22h 00 Mass
Friday
15h 00 Mass with a time of adoration or eucharistic procession
Saturday
22h Anticipated Sunday Mass
Sunday
11h 00 Solemn Mass
18h 00 Mass
22h 00 Mass
All visitor information was correct as of this writing. Leave a Comment Address: 35, RUE DU CHEVALIER-DE-LA-BARREPhone: 33 1 53 41 89 00Directions: Métro : Jules Joffrin + Montmartrobus (stop "place du Tertre") Pigalle + Montmartrobus (stop "Norvins") Anvers - Abbesses + Funiculaire Bus : 30 – 31 – 80 – 85 (which arrive at the bottom of the hill)Website: http://www.sacre-coeur-montmartre.com/ Other Contact: email: basilique@sacre-coeur-mon
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 Cathedral on the Mont by Goner
Although the Sacre Coeur isn’t considered architecturally beautiful, it’s a very imposing and important landmark of Paris.
Metro line 2 or 12 : Abbesses (then
take hill tram), Anvers (then take hill tram), Barbes-Rochechouart, Chateau-Rouge, Lamarck-Caulaincourt.
Bus: 30, 31, 80, 85 and Montmartrobus
(from Métro Jules Joffrin or Pigalle)
Opening hours
Basilica open from 6am to 11pm
Dôme : open from 9ham to 5h30pm (7pm in summer)
Fees
Free for the basilica.
Dome: 5 euros
Crypt: Free Leave a Comment
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 rue de Steinkerque by mariev
There are two different stories about the name "Montmatre" origin : the official one beeing 'Mont de Mercure', but, a 13th century legend states that it comes from 'Mont des Martyrs' and refers to those, who, with Saint Denis (the first Paris' bishop), were killed here for their faith in the 3th century.
From the 12th century to the Revoution (1789) Montmartre housed an important and powerfull benedictine Abbaye.
In 1790, Montmartre was divided in two (uphill and downhill). While the downhill part was quite imediately re-included in Paris, the uphill one grew as a prosperous village until the 19th century and kept some independance, even after being attached to Paris in 1860 (and took an important part in the 'Commune' revolution in 1871).
This independant status appealed to artists, especially painters (like Vernet, Géricault, Corot, Pissarro, Renoir, Van Gogh, Utrillo, Picasso, ....) who moved to the Butte Montmartre during all the 19th century and the begining of the 20th.
Since then, if the area has lost its favour among the artists (in the 50's to Saint Germain des Pres (wich has now become a strictly touristy place too)) it has earned a lot among the tourists, especially after the film 'Amelie' (french title : Le fabuleux destin d'Amelie Poulain) came out.
It's a working class, cosmopolitan, colourfull, ever crowded and lively area dominated by 'artists' (and souvenir shops) place du Tertre, cafes everywhere, and fabric and (cheap) clothes stores. Leave a Comment
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 Twins at bottom of steps
of Sacre-Coeur, Paris by jumpingnorman
We went to this magnificent basilica in Montmartre (built 1876-1919, Byzantine-Romanesque) by riding the Metro : To the Anvers or Abbeses stop – the entrance has the fabulous Art Nouveau METRO sign. Then we decided to walk up the hill (actually we had no choice because the funicular was not working at the time). And it was not hard at all – remember we even had our 3 year old twins with us!
After this, you can head off to the place du tertre where Van Gogh used to live! You can probably get some souvenirs, but some are overpriced. But we were able to find a reasonably priced statue of Virgin of Notre Dame tucked away in one of the upper cabinets… Also, stay away from the artists who charge highly to sketch your portrait (sorry, artists, but I have to warn my fellow travelers…).
And finally, beware of pickpockets at Montmartre.
But the views are just magnificent and our best pictures came from this site! Thank you Sacre Coeur! Leave a Comment
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 Sacre Coeur of Montmartre by tiabunna
Whatever its history or what you feel about its beauty, there is no argument that it is a spectacular sight and that the views from here are excellent. A visit ties in well with a walk through Montmartre.
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Montmartre was a little village on the outskirts of the city of Paris until it was discovered by artists in the nineteenth century.
Montmartre is one of the few hills in Paris, and the views from the church square are magnificent. In fact, next to the Eiffel Tower, Sacré Coeur is the second highest point in Paris.
Montmartre still retains its village qualities. Old houses jostle together in its narrow lanes.
In the 19th century, artists liked the quality of light on this hill, out of the smoke, grime and noise ofthe centre of Paris. Many famous painters lived and worked here, Van Gogh, Lautrec, Seurat, Monet etc.
It is still the haunt of artists but today these are painters who provide the tourist market with souvenirs. The Place du Tertre at the foot of the hill comes to life with artists' easels during the afternoons. It is also reputed to be the place in Paris where you are most likely to have your pocket picked .... so be careful when you visit!
The streets surrounding Sacré Coeur and Montmartre come to life in the evening. The police presence keeps a watchful eye
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You see Sacre Coeur perched on its hill from nearly every vantage point in Paris so at some point, you just have to see what it's all about.
Take the Metro to the Anvers station and exit. After you exit the Metro, look around and find the street with the very unlikely name of rue de Steinkerque. Walk up the hill on Steinkerque to Place St. Pierre where you are likely to find a carousel set up for the children.
Looming above you is the snow-white Basilique Sacre Coeur. You may walk up the steps with lots of company or use your Metro tickets (or Pass) to take the funicular to the top. The views of Paris from the top are nothing short of spectacular and it's worth the trip just for that if the day is reasonably clear.
You can visit the basilique. There is no photography allowed inside which is just as well since it is quite dark (and gloomy) inside.
Leave Sacre Coeur and walk over to Place de Tertre where the action is. There is the lovely little church of St. Pierre that is definitely worth a visit, if only to admire the magnificent carved doors. This is a Paris treasure not many visit and it is truly lovely
The Place du Tertre is where the artists exhibit and try to draw your caricature or paint your portrait. It will be crowded and busy. If you want a fun souvenir, have your picture drawn or pick up an inexpensive oil painting from the many. It's more fun than a post card even if it isn't great art. Occasionally you will see a quite nice oil and if it reminds you of your trip to Paris, it is your investment in memory if not a museum piece.
There are many cafes in the area and if you walk a block or two the prices will go down dramatically. There is also a little tourist train that takes you around Montmartre that leaves from the Place de Tertre. It's a fun way to get the lay of the land and rest your weary feet. Leave a Comment Address: Place du Parvis du Sacre CoeurPhone: 01-53-41-89-00Directions: Anvers Metro stop and up rue de SteinkerqueWebsite: http://www.sacre-coeur-montmartre.com/ Other Contact: FAX: 01-53-41-89-10
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The author of numerous important plays, Alexandre Dumas fils was the illegitimate child of Marie-Catherine Labay, a dressmaker, and Alexandre Dumas, the author of Monte Cristo and The Three Musketeers.
The writer was legally recognized by his father in 1831 and moved to live with him.
Among his important novels, we can count La dame aux camelias (The Lady of the Camellias), inpired by a young courtesan met while living in Saint-Germain-en-Laye.
Alexandre Dumas fils died at Marly-le-Roi in 1895 and was buried in Cimetiere de Montmartre.
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The idea to build the Sacré Coeur Basilica (The Basilica of the Sacred Heart) was initiated by two influential businessmen Alexandre Legentil and Hubert Rohault de Fleury just after the war of France with Germany in 1871. They vowed that if the war will end and Paris will be spared, they would build a church as redemption for the people of Paris for their sins.
In 1873, the project to build the church has been approved by the French National Assembly and a competition among the architects has been announced. The project by Paul Abadie to build an immense basilica in a Romano-Byzantine style has been selected among the 78 projects. The construction was completed in 1914, in the eve of the next Franco-German war.
Today, the high, white dome tower of Sacré Coeur built on the top of the Montmartre hill is the highest point in Paris after the Eiffel Tower, with a view of Paris and its suburbs stretching until the distance of 50 km. Directions: Montmartre is one of the few hills in Paris, and the views from the church square are magnificent. In fact, next to the Eiffel Tower, Sacré Coeur is the second highest point in Paris.Website: http://www.sacre-coeur-montmartre.com/
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Due to its location, atop Montmartre, the beautiful white silhouette of the church can be seen from almost all the places in Paris and is also offering a magnificent view over the town.
The building of the Romano-Byzantine church lasted 38 years and was consecrated to the Sacred Heart in 1919.
Sacre-Coeur is 100m long and 50m wide, while the dome is 83m high.
The interior of the church is decorated with marble sculptures, stained glass windows and mosaics (contains one of the world's largest mosaics depicting Christ with outstretched arms).
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