Why pilgrims come
A sacred place worth the journey.
The Carmelite church, crypt, and garden preserving the memory and relics of priests killed for the faith during the September Massacres of 1792.
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The pilgrim’s guide
What makes this visit meaningful
The Carmes preserve a difficult but essential chapter of Catholic Paris: imprisoned clergy, mutual absolution, martyrdom, and the Church’s careful recognition of those killed in hatred of the faith.
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The martyrdom site
Remember the priests killed in the convent garden and adjoining passage.
02
Crypt and relics
Pray before remains recovered from the former garden and preserved in the crypt.
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Witness of reconciliation
Recall the imprisoned priests giving one another absolution before death.
Feasts, anniversaries & celebrations
Memorial of the September MartyrsThe Archdiocese commemorates 191 beatified martyrs; verify current access and liturgy.