Basilica of Notre-Dame de Cléry
Cléry-Saint-André, Loiret, France
Basilique Notre-Dame de Cléry, 45370 Cléry-Saint-André, Loiret, France
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GRAVE
VISITOR INFORMATION
The municipality lists the basilica as open daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; vault and oratory tours require an appointment.
Ordinary church entry does not include automatic access to the burial vault. Arrange that visit in advance.
SITE FEATURES
Surviving Structures
Consider April–June or September–October for more comfortable weather; confirm current access and visiting hours.
HISTORIC SITES NEARBY
Nearby Historic Sites
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Landmark
WHO WAS HERE
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About Basilica of Notre-Dame de Cléry
King Louis XI of France chose the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Cléry for his burial; his tomb and burial vault are associated with the church.
The municipality owns the protected basilica and has supported restoration with public heritage partners.
History happened here at Basilica of Notre-Dame de Cléry
The present Gothic church was largely rebuilt in the fifteenth century with royal support.
Louis XI was buried here after his death in 1483.
The visible tomb was restored in 2014.
PEOPLE WHO LIVED HERE
PEOPLE WHO DIED HERE
PEOPLE AT REST HERE
Louis XI of France
EXTERNAL LINKS
Cléry-Saint-André, tomb, hours and vault access: https://www.clery-saint-andre.com/basilique-notre-dame-de-clry
Cléry-Saint-André heritage dossier, ownership and tomb restoration: https://www.clery-saint-andre.com/_files/ugd/f6a43b_fe262066f9a5434ea3648b0da253ccb6.pdf
Map coordinates: https://mapcarta.com/fr/W257998925