Saint Jean Baptistery Poitiers, Vienne, Poitou Charentes

Description:

Located next door to the St Pierre Cathedral in Poitiers the Saint Jean Baptistery is the oldest Christian building in France. It was built around 360 A.D. by order of Saint Hilaire, the first bishop of Poitiers and then rebuilt in the 7th century.

The most important feature of the original building is the octagonal pool, fed by an aqueduct, used for water baptisms. During the visit, you can admire the 6th century wall paintings as well as the small Merovingian archaeological museum.

Address: Rue Jean Jaurès, 86000, Poitiers, Vienne

Tel.: 05 49 41 21 24

Prices - small entry fee for adults and children