During your holiday in Paris, don't miss visiting the Île de la Cité and its architectural treasures.
Within walking distance from Hotel Claude Bernard, this 22-hectare island located on the Seine is the historical heart of Paris, where Lutetia developed in ancient times.
Start your visit by crossing the Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge in Paris, which will take you to the western side of the Île de la Cité. Discover Sainte Chapelle, a true jewel of the Gothic era listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally built to house the relics of Christ acquired in the Middle Ages by the Archdiocese of Paris, it is now a treasure of French heritage.
You can admire 15 stained-glass windows, 15 meters high, which house 1,113 fully restored 18th-century stained glass panels—a true explosion of color and light!
Next, head to the Conciergerie, the oldest remnant of the Palais de la Cité. The Conciergerie is a place steeped in history: it was first the residence of the Kings of France in the Middle Ages, then a courthouse in the 14th century, and finally a prison during the French Revolution.
You can also stroll along the island's quays, including the famous Quai des Orfèvres, and discover the Palais de Justice, the Police Prefecture, and even the Hôtel Dieu.
End your stroll with a visit to the famous Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris. An iconic cathedral, it is one of the largest religious buildings in Europe. This masterpiece of the Gothic era, with its imposing dimensions, is also the most visited building in Europe. You can explore almost the entire cathedral: the nave, choir, towers, and crypt.
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