Description [EN]
The Cathédrale Saint-Étienne de Metz, or Metz Cathedral, is a Gothic cathedral in Metz, France. It is the cathedral of the Diocese of Metz and a national monument of France. With a height of 42 meters in the nave and a total area of 6,500 square meters, it is one of the largest Gothic churches in France.
Construction began in 1220 and lasted about 300 years. The cathedral is famous for its extensive collection of stained glass, which covers a total area of about 6,500 square meters - the largest area in Europe. The stained glass comes from a span of 800 years, as it was replaced and added to several times over the centuries.
The cathedral has experienced a turbulent history. In the 16th century, it was severely damaged during the Reformation. In the 18th century, it was damaged again when the city of Metz was conquered by the French. During the Second World War, the cathedral was damaged once more, but it was carefully restored after the war.
Today, the Cathédrale de Metz is a popular tourist destination and is used for religious ceremonies as well as cultural events such as concerts and exhibitions.
Construction began in 1220 and lasted about 300 years. The cathedral is famous for its extensive collection of stained glass, which covers a total area of about 6,500 square meters - the largest area in Europe. The stained glass comes from a span of 800 years, as it was replaced and added to several times over the centuries.
The cathedral has experienced a turbulent history. In the 16th century, it was severely damaged during the Reformation. In the 18th century, it was damaged again when the city of Metz was conquered by the French. During the Second World War, the cathedral was damaged once more, but it was carefully restored after the war.
Today, the Cathédrale de Metz is a popular tourist destination and is used for religious ceremonies as well as cultural events such as concerts and exhibitions.