Basilica of Saint-Remi basilique Saint-Remi de Reims
Dedicated to Saint Remigius, this Catholic minor basilica in Reims, France, is a classified historical monument. It features Romanesque and classic gothic architecture and is part of the Royal abbey of Saint-Remi. The site is the 123rd most looked-up sight in France on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The weather is warmest in July and August, when daily highs are 23 °C and daily lows are 14 °C. The coldest months are January and December, with daily highs of 6 °C and daily lows between 0 °C and 2 °C. Rainfall occurs throughout the year, with December seeing 62 mm and May and August seeing 60 mm. February is the driest month with 44 mm of rain, followed by April with 47 mm.
Reims is 130 km from Paris. Travelers can reach the area via Charles de Gaulle International Airport, located 111 km away, or Chalons Vatry airport, which is 54 km from the site. The basilica is wheelchair accessible. Nearby sights include the Palace of Tau, 1.2 km away, and Reims Cathedral, 1.3 km away.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 23 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 6 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 6 |
| Average low, °C | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 53 | 44 | 53 | 47 | 60 | 58 | 60 | 60 | 51 | 61 | 51 | 62 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
