CHURCH AND OTHER PLACES OF WORSHIP

Église Saint-Eustache

146 rue Rambuteau - 75001 Paris Châtelet - Les Halles

This is a major art event in the heart of the Les Halles neighborhood. After being loaned for a temporary exhibition in Nantes, the famous bronze triptych “The Life of Christ”-the final work by American contemporary art icon Keith Haring, created just before his death in 1990-has returned to its historic home at the Church of Saint-Eustache. The monumental work is once again on display in the Saint-Vincent-de-Paul Chapel. The chapel has recently undergone a major restoration carried out jointly by the City of Paris and the World Monuments Fund (WMF), restoring the wall frescoes surrounding this contemporary masterpiece to their former glory. This is the perfect opportunity to rediscover this unique dialogue between historical heritage and modern art.

Location: Saint-Vincent-de-Paul Chapel, Saint-Eustache Church (Paris 1st arrondissement)
Access: Free admission during the church’s opening hours

The Eglise Saint-Eustache in the heart of Les Halles is one of the most visited churches in Paris. It is known for its unusually large dimensions, which make it seem more like a cathedral than a church, and the wealth of art works it houses. The church was built in 1532 and subsequently restored in 1840, and therefore uses a variety of styles: the façade is Gothic, while the interior is in the Renaissance and classical styles. The organ of Saint-Eustache is the biggest pipe organ in France, and its resident organist gives a free concert on Sunday afternoons. In keeping with its longstanding tradition of classical music, the church hosts performances all year round by symphony orchestras and choral ensembles such as Chœurs de Radio France and the Orchestre National de France; its concerts feature on the programme of prestigious festivals like the Festival d’Automne à Paris and Paris Quartier d’Été.