Stop atArcheological Crypt of the Parvis of Notre-Dame

The underground of the cathedral and its importance not only for Notre Dame, but for history of Paris and France as well. We discuss the crypt without entering it, as it is a separate visit in its own right.

10 minutes (approx.)・Admission not included

Stop atPoint Zero

The historic, cultural, symbolical and overall relevance of this often overlooked yet immensely important site.

15 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required

Stop atEquestrian Statue of Charlemagne

History of how France came to be and the significant role Notre Dame Cathedral had in it.

15 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required

Stop atCathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

A detailed description of the Western Portal of the cathedral and the meaning of its statues and reliefs. The detailed explanation of their history and relevance. In this case in particular, art is never just ornamental, but deeply symbolical and instrumental.

20 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required

Stop atRue du Cloitre Notre-Dame

The view of the cathedral from the side, as a chance to discuss its architecture, windows, gargoyles, and how it comes together both symbolically and functionally.

15 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required

Stop atFontaine de la Vierge

A view of the cathedral from the back, and the detailed account of the immense and breathtaking complexity of Gothic architecture.

10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required

Stop atPetit-Pont-Cardinal-Lustiger

An overview of the entire cathedral and the story of its beauty, connected to dogma, creation of Marian Catholicism, French identity and politics.

10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required