[2025 Arles Attraction] Travel Guide for Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church (Updated May)

The Cathédrale Saint-Trophime, which occupies one side of the tall Obelisk Square, is a Romanesque-style cathedral. When you enter the interior, you will notice the high ceiling and the huge arched pillars. However, the beauty of this cathedral is most clearly felt when the light coming in through the stained glass windows lingers on the walls that have been covered with traces of time. 🌳 Address: 6 Pl. de la République, 13200 Arles, France 🌻 Admission Fee: Free ⚘ Tip : Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage city, is a city with close proximity to tourist attractions, making it a great city to travel by foot. The Cathédrale Saint-Trophime is located in the center of the town, among those tourist attractions. It is a good idea to visit this cathedral in the middle of your schedule, and have a break and a meal after your tour. #European travel #France #Arles #Southern France #Saint-Tropime Cathedral #arles

After two nights in Aix en Provence, my next destination was Arles. I hadn't read up or researched it. But during a conversation with someone at the hostel. It was pointed out that numerous famous artists including the likes of Vang Gogh and Picasso had taken residence in Arles at some point of time in their life. Infact, in the case of Van Gogh, it was even said to be his most productive time. Having heard of such a thing. I was very curious about Arles now. In the past many years, I keep coming across someone working on their france itinerary and asking me if they should do Arles or Aix en Provence. Now that i have done both these places. I'd say both are worth, I mean if you can stretch two more nights. Do the other place too. No doubt Aix and Provence is the biggest but i thought in terms of sights, activities and things to do, Arles seemed to have a longer list. Anywho, worst case a day trip is what it definitely deserves. I managed to visit most of the Roman ruins sights in Arles. You might wanna consider atleast the Roman amphitheater, the baths of Constantine, st trophime cloister, the Roman theater and the mediaeval graveyard. The Place de la Republique is the main square in Arles. Surrounding the square you’ll find many shops and cafes, as well as the Saint-Trophime church and the town hall. Lastly the van gogh cafe and and the foundation van gogh museum come recommended. #myhiddengems #france #arles #vangogh #cherryblossom2024 #100waysoftravel #summerdestinations #romanruins #europe

In the late Roman Empire, Arles became famous as a cultural and religious center, an important place for Roman Christianity and an important foundation for the Christianization of Gaul. In the 12th century, the famous Church of St. Trophim was built here. It is an important pilgrimage church. From here it extends to Toulouse, and then along the Way of St. James to the northwestern Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela. Even today, this route remains one of the greatest pilgrimage routes. Sculptures above the red door frame of St. Trophim's Church, with Christ in the middle, Christ and the Four Gospels on the left and right, St. Mark's lion, St. Luke's ox, St. John's eagle and St. Matthew's angel. The red door frame is separated by pilasters and dark stone columns on the left and right, and contains statues of saints related to the history of Arles. On the left are Saint Bartholomew, Saint James the Great, Saint Trophim, Saint John the Evangelist, and Saint Peter. On the right are St Philip, St James, St Stephen, St Andrew and St Paul. But unfortunately, I have been to Arles countless times, but when I wanted to enter the church, it was closed. I could only take a few photos of the exterior and go inside to visit next time I go to Arles. #OverseasTravel #France #FrenchTravel #PilgrimagePoint #france #Arles