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A guided tour of the Église de la Théophanie led by a member of the Orthodox Religious Association of Theophany, showcasing 20th-century frescoes painted by Bishop Jean de Saint-Denis (Eugraph Kovalevsky), as part of European Heritage Days 2026.
The Église de la Théophanie opens its doors for a commented visit during the Journées européennes du patrimoine 2026. Visitors are guided by a member of the Orthodox Religious Association of Theophany.
The Theophany is a parish of the Orthodox Catholic Church of France, described as a vivified resurgence of the primitive Church of the Christian West dating from the 20th century. Its liturgy is celebrated in French according to the rite of Saint Germain of Paris (6th century), encompassing the full cycle of the liturgical year.
A highlight of the visit is the church's remarkable frescoes, painted in the mid-20th century by Bishop Jean de Saint-Denis, also known as Saint Jean de Paris (Eugraph Kovalevsky). The tour runs from 14:00 to 19:00.