Eglise Saint Saturnin (Saint-Saturnin Church), Tours

Eglise Saint Saturnin (Saint-Saturnin Church), Tours

Situated on the Loire riverbank, the Eglise Saint Saturnin, formerly known as the Eglise des Carmes, was built in 1473 with the help of King Louis XI. Its wonderful façade overlooks Rue Littré. Inside the church you can see choir's stalls which originated at the old Abbey Cormery and are an important historical treasure today.

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Sight Name: Eglise Saint Saturnin (Saint-Saturnin Church)
Sight Location: Tours, France (See walking tours in Tours)
Sight Type: Religious
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