Souvenir Medal Monnaie de Paris 2024 - Cathédrale Saint-Mammès de Langres (52)

The Cathédrale Saint-Mammès de Langres, located in Haute-Marne, France, is a major religious building dedicated to Saint Mammès, a martyr of the 3rd century. Its construction began in the 12th century and it was consecrated in 1196, featuring Romanesque and Gothic elements, with a Romanesque nave and a Gothic choir. Restored in the 19th century by Viollet-le-Duc, the cathedral is notable for its Romanesque portal, Gothic vaults, 19th-century stained glass windows, and a remarkable organ. Listed as a historical monument since 1862, it remains an active place of worship and an important tourist attraction, symbolizing the evolution of religious architecture and the cultural heritage of Langres.