Souvenir Medal Monnaie de Paris 2022 - Basilique Notre-Dame de Boulogne sur Mer (62)

The Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception in Boulogne-sur-Mer, located within the ramparts of the old town, was a significant site of the former Bishopric of Boulogne. Once a cathedral, it was classified as a historical monument in 1982. The city housed a bishopric until its dissolution in the early 19th century, exerting its influence over an extensive territory including regions like Étaples, Montreuil, and Calais. The basilica is renowned for its imposing dome overlooking the city and for its crypt, among the largest in France, attracting numerous visitors due to its historical, cultural, and architectural significance.