Cathédrale Saint-François-de-Sales (Chambéry)

The Cathédrale Saint-François-de-Sales (Chambéry Cathedral) is a Catholic church in the old town of Chambéry (Savoie), dedicated to Saint François de Sales. The building dates from the 15th century, when it was constructed as a Franciscan chapel and is decorated with the largest ensemble of trompe l’oeil painting in Europe, made by artist Casimir Vicario in 1834.

Above, trompe l’oeil painting.

Above, replica of the Shroud of Turin (Saint-Suaire).

Above, park next to the church.