Basilica of Notre-Dame des Enfants

Church Minor basilica in Loire region with Gothic elements

In Centre‑Val de Loire, the Basilica of Notre‑Dame des Enfants attracts parishioners and visitors for stained glass, church art and regional religious events.

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Basilica of Notre-Dame des Enfants
Basilica of Notre-Dame des Enfants, Châteauneuf-sur-Cher, Centre-Val de Loire, France
46.8586, 2.3225
Check local parish schedules (typically mornings and early evenings; museum or specific chapel hours may vary)

How to Get to Basilica of Notre-Dame des Enfants #

The basilica is accessible by regional roads; the nearest significant railheads are in larger nearby towns. Visitors should consult local timetables for buses and plan short drives from departmental centers.

Tips for Visiting Basilica of Notre-Dame des Enfants #

  • Attend weekday services for quieter viewing of interior art and architecture.
  • The basilica's schedule may change for feast days - check local parish notices.
  • Combine with a visit to nearby Chartres or Tours for a Loire Valley itinerary.

Best Time to Visit Basilica of Notre-Dame des Enfants #

Spring and autumn offer comfortable weather and manageable visitor levels for exploring regional churches.

Spring (April-June)
April-June · 10-20°C
Pleasant for touring smaller Loire towns and churches.
Autumn (September-October)
September-October · 10-18°C
Quieter and mild for cultural visits.

Weather & Climate near Basilica of Notre-Dame des Enfants #

Climate

Basilica of Notre-Dame des Enfants's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (708 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 30 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 73 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 25°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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