Sainte-Trinité Church: the 9th’s bell tower near Saint-Lazare
By Rédaction My Sweet Paris · Published 19 October 2026
The Church of the Holy Trinity (Sainte-Trinité), on Place d'Estienne-d'Orves in the 9th arrondissement, was built by Théodore Ballu between 1861 and 1867. Its tall bell tower closes the view down rue de la Chaussée-d'Antin. Entry is free, about ten minutes' walk from Hôtel Concortel (estimate).
Why visit Sainte-Trinité Church?
Built under the Second Empire by the architect Théodore Ballu, Sainte-Trinité is one of the great projects of Haussmann's Paris. Its arcaded façade and bell tower rise above a small garden square at the junction of rue Saint-Lazare and rue de la Chaussée-d'Antin. It makes an easy stop between Saint-Lazare station and the New Athens district.
What should you look at?
- The façade and its bell tower, visible from rue de la Chaussée-d'Antin.
- The Square d'Estienne-d'Orves, with its fountains, in front of the church.
- Inside, the vast nave and the great organ: the composer Olivier Messiaen was the church's principal organist for decades.
When should you go and how do you get there?
The church is open every day; hours differ between sources, so check with the parish and be discreet during services. Entry is free. From the Concortel, walk via Saint-Lazare station and rue Saint-Lazare: about 10 minutes (estimate). By metro, Trinité – d'Estienne d'Orves station is on line 12. This week (19–25 October), line 2 is closed between Père Lachaise and Barbès – Rochechouart for works.
Carry on to the Gustave Moreau Museum, a few streets away, or compare with Saint-Augustin Church. More ideas in Discover Paris.
Frequently asked questions
Who built Sainte-Trinité Church?
The architect Théodore Ballu, between 1861 and 1867, under the Second Empire.
Is Sainte-Trinité Church free?
Yes, entry is free. Simply respect prayer times and services.
Which famous organist played at Sainte-Trinité?
Olivier Messiaen, one of the great composers of the 20th century, was its principal organist for decades.
How do I get to Sainte-Trinité from Saint-Lazare station?
On foot in a few minutes along rue Saint-Lazare, or by metro line 12 to Trinité – d’Estienne d’Orves.
Practical information
- Sainte-Trinité Church, Place d'Estienne-d'Orves, 75009 Paris — about 10 minutes on foot from the hotel (estimate).
- Free entry; check hours with the parish (latriniteparis.com).
- Metro: Trinité – d'Estienne d'Orves (line 12).
- Be discreet during services.
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Sources
- Wikipedia — Sainte-Trinité, Paris — 19 October 2026
- Sortiraparis — Église de la Sainte-Trinité — 19 October 2026
- Paris Promeneurs — L’église de la Sainte-Trinité — 19 October 2026