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Église Saint‑Maurice

About

Église Saint‑Maurice is Annecy’s oldest church, built in the 15th century by the Dominican order. Its Gothic architecture, with soaring vaults and elegant stonework, reflects the city’s medieval heritage while offering a serene space for reflection. Inside, visitors discover remarkable chapels funded by noble families, each adorned with paintings, sculptures, and stained glass that reveal centuries of devotion and artistry. The church also houses significant works of religious art, including pieces by local masters, making it both a place of worship and a cultural treasure. Situated in the heart of the Old Town, Église Saint‑Maurice stands as a reminder of Annecy’s spiritual and historical continuity, inviting visitors to step back in time and experience the quiet beauty of one of the city’s most enduring landmarks.

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Église Saint‑Maurice
Location

Église Saint-Maurice is located at 1 Rue Saint-Maurice, 74000 Annecy, in the heart of the Haute-Savoie region's Vieille Ville old town, southeastern France. This 15th-century Gothic church, Annecy's oldest, stands directly opposite the Hôtel de Ville town hall on the banks of the Thiou River, with its slightly leaning façade adding historic charm amid pedestrian lanes.​ Nearby, the Vieilles Prisons occupy the adjacent square just 200 meters away, while Église Saint-François lies across the Thiou for a cluster of religious sites. A short stroll reaches Cathédrale Saint-Pierre via Rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau, the Palais de l'Isle museum over the canal, and Lake Annecy's waterfront with Pont des Amours and Jardins de l'Europe in under 10 minutes.​

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