Dedicated to Louis XVI and his wife, Marie Antoinette, the Chapelle Expiatoire is an incredible place to visit when in Paris. Discover all of these places by getting your ticket.
Chapelle Expiatoire Ticket
"I die innocent of all the crimes imputed to me. I pardon the authors of my death, and pray to God that the blood you're about to shed will never fall upon France." It was with those words that Louis XVI was executed on 21st January 1793. A few months later, in the same place, which is now the Place de la Concorde, his wife Marie Antoinette was also executed. The French monarchy had been brought down.
In the turbulent days of the French Revolution, the bodies of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were buried close to Rue d'Anjou. In the 19th century, their tombs were moved to the Basilica of Saint-Denis, and the Chapelle Expiatoire was built in their place.
In the chapel, you'll be able to admire two marble structures of the last monarchs of France. These portray an angel showing Louis XVI his way to heaven, a masterpiece by François Joseph Bosio, and Jean-Pierre Cortot's representation of Marie Antoinette being comforted by religion.
In the gardens, you'll also be able to take a look at the exterior of the chapel and its neo-classical dome.
Chapelle Expiatoire Opening Times
The Chapelle Expiatoire is open at the following times:
- From October 1 to March 31: open from Wednesday to Saturday from 10 am to 12.30 pm and 1:30 pm to 5 pm
- From April 1 to September 31: open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 12:30 pm and 1.30 to 6.30 pm
The last admission to the monument is 30 minutes before closing time.
Please keep in mind that on December 24 and 31, the Chapelle Expiatoire will close at 4 pm.
All of these opening times are flexible and subject to changes.
Free admission
Admission to The Chapelle Expiatoire is free for the following individuals:
- Young people from the European Union between 18 and 25 years old.
- Children under 18 years old, regardless of their nationality.
Admission is also free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month between January 1 and March 31, and between November 1 and December 31. Additionally, the third weekend of September is free entry.
In order to acquire the free admission mentioned above, you'll have to go to the site’s ticket office and present a certifying document of your eligibility for a free ticket.
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