The walls are actually plain, but this cathedral has beautiful windows. Free to visit hence well worth walking through.
Be sure to check out the cathedral, particularly its oddly curved nave. Currently displaying a Catholic timeline of human history which is very interesting...
Beautiful cathedral but unfortunately there is so much renovation work going on in the church that you can't see it at its best.
Should you find yourself in or close to Quimper, and you have a little time to spare, a visit to this magnificent cathedral is strongly recommended. You can't miss it. It stands right in the centre of the city and the steeples are very visible landmarks. Externally, the architecture is quite superb. Enter, stand inside the front door, take in the soaring roof, then cast your eyes forward to the altar and wonder if your eyes are deceiving you, or if the entire building actually does curve to the left? Then, if nothing else, take some time to admire the stunning 15th century stained-glass windows and the stories they tell. And there is lots more to see, and to enjoy.Cathedrale St-Corentin is very unusual, and well worth a visit ...
Right in the centre, cannot miss it nor should you. We would recommend that you walk round and enjoy your visit.
I suspect not as well known as some other cathedrals but don't miss this one. Beautiful stained glass windows and look at the fine detail on the stone. Unmissable!!
Brilliant but slowly getting worn down visiting amazing churches in Europe. perhaps a trip to concarneau instead?lots of tourist shops (over priced> and good creperies.
the day we were in Quimper, beautiful sunny Saturday and there were two weddings, and also a music festival in the grounds of the Cathedral. Some beautiful statues
We realised near the end of our walk around the cathedral that we had walked past little pieces of saints! YES real saints bits of bones. We were amazed at the detail of maps and the such on the wall outside and some amazing stain glass windows - we could make direct comparison to Canterbury as we live near by and the architecture is very very catholic and french hints around the cathedral were evident. We also saw the time line of human history and could make out some of what to do and where to go. When you purchase a candle you can put the euro or 2 euro for a larger candle into the box with a slot in and say a prayer. I wouldn't say this kind of attraction was for the very young children as it is difficult to keep them distracted and quiet to be respectful of others - our little one wanted to blow out the candles - which had us then wrestling him out of the cathedral for a stern word! Small in comparison to Canterbury but with many amazing catholic relics paintings and architectural gems, we were very glad trip advisor sent us here!
The 15th and 16th century stained glass windows are particularly fine. There are willing guides and loads of information in many languages.