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Church · Miquelon, Miquelon-Langlade
Notre-Dame-des-Ardilliers Church
The oldest church in the archipelago, built between 1862 and 1865 in the center of the village of Miquelon, with a copy of Murillo’s Assumption donated by Napoleon III. Historic monument.
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About Notre-Dame-des-Ardilliers Church
The church Notre-Dame-des-Ardilliers was built between 1862 and 1865 to replace Miquelon’s first church, which was in poor condition, and was inaugurated on November 1, 1865. It is the oldest in the archipelago. The name honors Father Ardilliers and his sister, a nun of Notre-Dame des Ardilliers in Saumur, France, who likely helped pay for the island’s first church.
In the same year as its inauguration, Emperor Napoleon III donated a copy of Murillo’s Assumption to the church; it stands at the back of the choir. Around 1900–1905, the ceiling was divided into three vaulted naves. The stained glass windows are more recent, from the 1980s and 1990s.
The church belongs to the commune of Miquelon-Langlade and was classified as a historic monument in 2011. It remains the village parish church and is located on Place des Ardilliers, next to the Maison de la Nature.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
15 to 30 minutes.
Best time
Outside of service times. Opening hours vary: confirm locally.
How to get there
It’s on Place des Ardilliers, in the center of the village of Miquelon, a few minutes’ walk from the harbor.
Tip
Notice the painting of the Assumption at the back of the choir and the three-nave ceiling. It is a place of worship: keep quiet.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Notre-Dame-des-Ardilliers Church
What is the oldest church in Saint-Pierre and Miquelon?
The church Notre-Dame-des-Ardilliers, in the village of Miquelon, built between 1862 and 1865.
What is there to see inside the church of Miquelon?
A copy of The Assumption by Murillo, donated by Napoleon III in 1865, at the back of the choir; the ceiling divided into three vaulted naves; and stained glass windows from the 1980s and 1990s.
Is the church of Miquelon a historic monument?
Yes, it was listed as a historic monument in 2011.