Saint-Gervais Church

Geneva, Switzerland

Saint-Gervais protestant church is built on the foundations of a 4th century sanctuary and a 10th century Romanesque church. During the Reformation, the church became a place of Protestant worship. The archaeological site can be visited which includes the remains of a Gallo-Roman temple and the first proof of human presence on Genevan soil.

References:

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Religious sites in Switzerland

Address

Rue Terreaux-du-Temple 12, Geneva, Switzerland

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Details

Founded: 10th century
Category: Religious sites in Switzerland

More Information

www.geneve.com

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Maria-isabel Simplot (7 months ago)
Super concert 1?

Marie-Laure Dupont (2 years ago)
Magnificent marriage of two families of musician in this temple where God was present. ?. A smiling, talkative and funny pastor. I really liked his homily. ?

Quentin Godart (2 years ago)
Very nice place

George Sakowicz (3 years ago)

Bruno De Oliveira (4 years ago)

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