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Expiatory Chapel

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The Expiatory Chapel’s opening days and hours vary by season, and the current timetable is published on the official website. Public holiday closures and occasional event-related closures do occur, so it is worth checking the calendar shortly before your visit. A clearly stated last-entry time was not found in the reviewed sources.

Apr 1 TO Sep 30 Timings

Days (Apr 1 TO Sep 30)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

MondayClosed
Tuesday13:30–18:3018:00
Wednesday13:30–18:3018:00
Thursday13:30–18:3018:00
Friday13:30–18:3018:00
Saturday (Today)13:30–18:3018:00
SundayClosed

Oct 1 TO Dec 31 Timings

Days (Oct 1 TO Dec 31)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00–17:0016:30
WednesdayClosed
Thursday10:00–17:0016:30
Friday10:00–17:0016:30
Saturday10:00–17:0016:30
SundayClosed

Jan 1 TO Mar 31 Timings

Days (Jan 1 TO Mar 31)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00–17:0016:30
WednesdayClosed
Thursday10:00–17:0016:30
Friday10:00–17:0016:30
Saturday10:00–17:0016:30
SundayClosed
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Key timing notes:

  • Opening days and hours vary by season, so check the official calendar before you go.
  • The chapel may close on some public holidays.
  • Occasional closures can happen for ceremonies, maintenance, or special events.
  • Special programs such as concerts, Nuit des Musées, or Journées du Patrimoine can alter normal access, hours, or pricing.
  • A clearly published last-entry time was not identified in the reviewed sources.

How long should I spend at Expiatory Chapel?

Quick visit

Allow 30 minutes if you only want to see the main chapel, royal sculptures, and crypt.

  • Best for a short stop near Saint-Lazare or Madeleine.
  • Prioritize the upper chapel and crypt.
  • Skip long reading breaks if you are short on time.

Standard visit

Allow 45 to 60 minutes for the best overall experience. This gives you enough time to move through the courtyard, chapel, inscriptions, and crypt without rushing.

  • Start with the memorial courtyard.
  • Read the inscriptions beside the royal statues.
  • End in the crypt for the strongest emotional payoff.

History-focused visit

Allow about 1 hour if you want to use the multilingual booklet properly and understand the chapel’s French Revolution context.

  • Spend extra time with the garden cenotaphs.
  • Read Louis XVI’s will and Marie-Antoinette’s final letter.
  • Pair the visit with Place de la Concorde or the Conciergerie afterward.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Expiatory Chapel opening hours

The Expiatory Chapel is usually open Tuesday to Saturday, with a midday closure between 12:30pm and 1:30pm. Always check the timings table before visiting, as seasonal hours may vary.

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