Q&A

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You can consult the questions and answers below. We update them frequently.

Pray - In which church can I go during the construction work?

During the construction work, the Cathedral is closed to the public. However, nearby churches of Notre-Dame de Paris continue to welcome the faithful. To find out the schedule of services, please refer to the updated daily Mass agenda on the news page.

Pray - Where can I pray to Notre Dame during the construction work?

The statue of the Virgin of the Pillar, a symbol of Notre-Dame de Paris, is temporarily installed in the Saint-Germain l’Auxerrois church, located at 2 Place du Louvre – 75001 Paris.

Pray - I see the services on KTO, where are they celebrated?

The services of the Cathedral are celebrated in the Saint-Germain l’Auxerrois church, located at 2 Place du Louvre – 75001 Paris. Meanwhile, major events of the diocese are celebrated in the Saint-Sulpice church, situated at Place Saint-Sulpice – 75006 Paris.

Pray - Can I request a Mass to be said?

You can request a Mass to be said for your intention by a cathedral chaplain. For this, please refer to the page dedicated page.

Pray - Can I light a candle?

You can request the lighting of a candle online. It will be lit by a cathedral chaplain at the base of the statue of the Virgin of the Pillar in the Saint-Germain l’Auxerrois church, located at 2 Place du Louvre – 75001 Paris. For this, please refer to the dedicated page.

Pray - How can I obtain the stamp for my pilgrimage to Saint-Jacques de Compostelle?

The pilgrimage stamp can be obtained at the reception of the Diocesan House, located at 10 rue du Cloître Notre-Dame – 75001 Paris.

Visit - Is Notre-Dame really closed? Is Notre-Dame accessible for a visit?

Following the fire on April 15, 2019, the Cathedral is completely closed to the public. External visits will soon be offered by the CASA association. To stay informed, we recommend checking the ‘See the Cathedral’ page under the ‘Visit’ section regularly.

Visit - Is the parvis (square) accessible?

Following the fire on April 15, 2019, the Parvis is partially forbidden to the public. To stay informed about its reopening, we recommend checking the ‘See the Cathedral’ page under the ‘Visit’ section regularly.

Visit - Have the artworks of Notre-Dame been saved? Are they visible?

With the exception of the main altar, all the artworks of the cathedral have been saved. Sheltered in various locations, they will soon be presented to the public.

Visit - Is the Notre-Dame gift shop open?

The Notre-Dame gift shop, located in the Cathedral, is closed during the renovations. However, an online shop is available.
All purchases made on the online store contribute to the restoration of the Cathedral.

Contribute - How can I donate for the renovation?

You can contribute to the restoration of Notre-Dame Cathedral. There are several funds available depending on your tax residency, whether you are a French tax resident (Fondation Notre-Dame) or a foreign tax resident (Friends of Notre-Dame).
A dedicated and secure website provides all the necessary information and allows you to make online payments.

Contribute - How is my donation used?

Your donation is allocated according to your preference. You can contribute to the restoration of the Cathedral, the extension of liturgical activities, or the continuation of the work of the Sacred Music Association at Notre-Dame de Paris.
A dedicated and secure website provides all the necessary information and allows you to make online payments.

Construction - How is the progress of the renovations?

We are in the process of rebuilding the building. The framework (nave, transept, choir and spire) is almost complete. The carpenters will make way for the roofers.
The diocese’s work can begin once the interior spaces have been made available.

Construction - What is the relationship between Notre-Dame and the Public Establishment?

The cathedral is dedicated to the Catholic faith. As the entity responsible for its allocation, the clergy will be represented on the board of the Public Establishment by Monseigneur Eric Aumonier, former Bishop of Versailles.

Construction - Will the cathedral reopen in 2024?

The government, as the owner of the monument, has stated its intention to reopen the cathedral in 2024. This is also a desire shared by the Diocese of Paris and the Public Establishment for the Restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris.

Construction - How can I contribute to the reconstruction of Notre-Dame?

Many of you wish to contribute your talents and expertise to the reconstruction of the Cathedral. Teams of experts, including historical monument architects, skilled workers, and specialized craftsmen, are already mobilized for the construction work. However, you can contribute to the restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris through your donation. A dedicated and secure website provides all the necessary information and allows you to make online payments.

Personal Data - How can I exercise my rights?

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), effective as of May 25, 2018, we make every effort to enable you to exercise your rights and to secure the processing of your personal data. To learn more, please refer to the Legal Notice page.