St. Catherine’s Church (Eglise Sainte-Catherine)
Honfleur, France
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- Catholic church in Honfleur, France
Visitor information
- Address: Pl. Sainte-Catherine, 14600 Honfleur, France
- Phone: +33 2 31 89 11 83
- Official website: http://www.paroisse-honfleur.com/eglises.html
People also ask
What does Honfleur mean in English?
The name Honfleur comes from the Old Norse, possibly from Honna flóð, which may mean Honna's river, or maybe mean on the corner by the river... denoting its position at the mouth of the Seine.
Who built the Church of St Catherine in Honfleur?
It was built by the townspeople after the departure of the English. Having limited resources, they used, as raw materials, wood from the Touques forest and their knowledge of shipbuilding. The bell towerA sturdy oak building, it was erected on the site of the bell ringer's house.
What is saint Catherine church known for?
The Church of Saint Catherine is one of Bethlehem's most cherished Christian sites, located immediately adjacent to the world-famous Basilica of the Nativity . This beautiful Roman Catholic church dates back to the 19th century and forms part of the Franciscan complex that preserves the birthplace of Jesus.