Église Notre Dame de Liesse — Attraction in Annecy

Founded in the 14th century by the Counts of Geneva, the church was constructed on the site of an ancient oratory and a medieval square, near a medieval hospice, underscoring the area’s long-standing religious significance. It served as a necropolis for the comital family. During the French Revolution in 1793, the church suffered significant damage, with its choir destroyed and the building repurposed. Restoration efforts between 1846 and 1851 led to the reconstruction of the church, preserving elements like the 16th-century bell tower and a Gothic window on the...

The church was built between 1846 and 1851 on the site of a very damaged primitive sanctuary of which certain elements have been preserved: the 14th century bell tower and a Gothic window on the south wall. In front of the church, there is a large square, surrounded by cafés and shops, called "Notre-Dame". In 1859 the town council installed an obelisk fountain with lions...

Simply an amazing church in the heart of Annecy , the Architecture is simply mind blowing with its massive arches throughout the church and side alcoves . It is a special place , the alter in huge , the statues and art on the walls fantastic . As always there are simple wood pews that add to the serenity of this special place . Definitely well worth a visit when...