Bazas Cathedral

The Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral of Bazas: a Gothic jewel in Gironde

The Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral of Bazas is a major religious building, located in the city of the same name, in Gironde. This masterpiece of Gothic architecture is a must-see for art and history lovers.

A bit of history

The construction of the cathedral began in the 13th century, on the foundations of older buildings. It was built on the model of the great Gothic cathedrals of Northern France. Over the centuries, the cathedral has undergone many transformations and has been marked by the Wars of Religion and the French Revolution.