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Église Notre-Dame de Dijon

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Église Notre-Dame de Dijon is a masterpiece of 13th-century Gothic architecture, famous for its intricate facade adorned with three rows of sculpted gargoyles and a central rose window. The church is also home to the Jacquemart, a mechanical clock figure that strikes the hours, installed in the 14th century. On the church's exterior, a small stone owl carved into a buttress is a local talisman; visitors rub it for good luck. Inside, the church features a calm, light-filled nave with slender columns. The stained glass windows and a 15th-century altarpiece are notable. Located near the Palais des Ducs, it's a must-see in Dijon.

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  • The Jacquemart automaton striking the hours
  • The lucky owl sculpture on the north side
  • Gothic facade with gargoyles and rose window
  • Interior with stained glass and altarpiece
  • Nearby Place Notre-Dame with cafés

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Ways to visit Église Notre-Dame de Dijon

You can visit Église Notre-Dame de Dijon on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.

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