Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Paris

Church 19th-century Russian Orthodox cathedral in Paris

A Russian Orthodox cathedral in Paris noted for onion domes and iconography; visitors attend services, view Slavic liturgical art and explore the émigré community history.

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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Paris is a Russian Orthodox cathedral that serves the city’s Russian-speaking and Orthodox Christian communities. The church is a 19th-century foundation in Paris and functions as an active parish and liturgical centre.

Architecturally it follows Russian Orthodox ecclesiastical forms and contains an iconostasis and traditional interior fittings used for Orthodox worship. The cathedral has served as both a religious and cultural anchor for the Russian diaspora in Paris since its establishment.

The building is located within Paris and is accessible from central parts of the city by public transport.

  • Community role: The cathedral serves Paris's Russian Orthodox community and is one of the principal Russian Orthodox churches in Western Europe.
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Paris
12 Rue Jean-Goujon / Avenue de Wagram area, Paris (approximate location near Rue Daru)
48.8776, 2.3020

How to Get to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Paris #

Located in northwestern Paris near Porte de Clichy and the 17th/8th arrondissement boundary. Reach by Metro line 13 (Porte de Clichy or Brochant) or by bus; exact street location is close to Avenue de Wagram and Rue Daru.

Tips for Visiting Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Paris #

  • Attend a Sunday service to hear the Russian Orthodox liturgy in a Parisian setting-it's an atmospheric experience.
  • The cathedral is near the Porte de Clichy-pair a visit with a walk through the surrounding 17th arrondissement streets.

Best Time to Visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Paris #

The cathedral is approachable year-round; services and events determine the best times for interior visits.

Spring-Autumn
April-October · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Pleasant weather for walking Parisian neighborhoods where the cathedral sits.

Weather & Climate near Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Paris #

Climate

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Paris's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (659 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 51 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 64 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 22°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
15.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

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