France Religious pictures

• Europe
• World

Learn about the fascinating association with Joan of Arc in this 13th-century basilica that is an iconic feature of the Orléans skyline.

Discover the importance of the sublime 7th-century monastery in this Loire Valley town. Picnic on the scenic terrain beside the Loire River.

Discover the importance of the sublime 7th-century monastery in this Loire Valley town. Picnic on the scenic terrain beside the Loire River.

Learn about the fascinating association with Joan of Arc in this 13th-century basilica that is an iconic feature of the Orléans skyline.

Featuring the most famous street in Paris, this district is strongly linked to Napoleon’s rise and France’s dark years of revolution. 

Between the vineyards of this world-famous wine-growing region are ancient towns, medieval estates and a large collection of Romanesque churches.

A short stroll from one of the region’s most impressive châteaus, this charming, rural village provides an idyllic base for exploration.

One of the world’s most famous wine regions features thousands of wineries along with interesting history rooted in ancient Roman times. 

One of the world’s most famous wine regions features thousands of wineries along with interesting history rooted in ancient Roman times. 

Learn about the fascinating association with Joan of Arc in this 13th-century basilica that is an iconic feature of the Orléans skyline.

The symbol of Bazas and a landmark on a famous pilgrimage, this majestic basilica combines different architectural styles with enthralling results.

Learn about the fascinating association with Joan of Arc in this 13th-century basilica that is an iconic feature of the Orléans skyline.

Learn about the fascinating association with Joan of Arc in this 13th-century basilica that is an iconic feature of the Orléans skyline.

Visit the town where Charles VIII of France was born and Leonardo da Vinci died. Explore lavish palaces and the fields and forests of the Loire Valley.

Nestled on the northern banks of the Loire River, Blois features an attractive old town, a stunning castle and fine surrounding countryside. 

Watch ballet in a Baroque palace, visit a wax museum and peruse stalls in the bohemian former red-light district.

Home to one of the finest Gothic cathedrals in France, Bourges combines beautiful traditional architecture, unique gardens and an attractive old town. 

Come to this church on a sunny afternoon to see the magnificent stained-glass windows at their best, as the sun’s rays illuminate the ornate nave.

Learn about the siege led by Joan of Arc, visit the stunning cathedral and explore the picturesque landscape of Loiret.

Modeled on the country’s most famous cathedral, this astonishing building has spectacular Gothic features and breathtaking attention to detail.