Notre Dame de la Mer Church is located in Sainte-Marie de la Mer, France. This church was built in the 9th century and at that time, besides serving as a church, it also served as a fortress to protect the people of the town.
The church derives its name from the legend that three Marys (Mary Magdalene, Mary Salome, and Mary Jacobe) and their attendant Sarah washed ashore after the death of Jesus¹². The first church building dedicated to the Virgin Mary was built at the beginning of the 6th century on the site of the prayer house said to have been first built by the three Marys.
The church offers inspiration and healing to all who visit due to its beauty and sanctity, and the deep history and traditions of the place. The energy of the place will help you deepen your own spiritual journey and bring peace and harmony to your heart and soul. We invite you to visit the Notre Dame de la Mer Church. The beauty and sanctity of the place and its deep history and traditions will move and heal you. We hope that your spiritual journey will begin anew at Notre Dame de la Mer Church.