Can I get married in Notre Dame cathedral in Paris?

Question

Can I have a religious marriage ceremony inside the cathedral? Blessing ceremony, etc.

Answer 1

Although Notre Dame is a working church there is no provision for marriages being performed there.

The official statement of the church is as follows:

"Since the cathedral is no longer a parish, baptisms, marriages and funerals are no longer held there – except for very rare occasions."

Answer 2

Absolutely not. Where will the tourists go?

It is never empty.

Answer 3

If your husband is Nicolas Sarkozy, you coul maybe negociate...