Patrimony and Architecture

Notre-Dame-de-la-Défense Church

Patrimony and Architecture
Religious heritage
Get a feel for the spiritual life of this vibrant neighbourhood in this imposing red brick church, which houses stunning frescoes and marble.
© Tourisme Montréal
© Tourisme Montréal
© Tourisme Montréal, Mario Melillo

Address

Notre-Dame-de-la-Défense Church
6800 Henri-Julien Avenue
Montréal, QC
H2S 2V4
Jean-Talon
Little Italy and Villeray
map view

Price

  • Free admission
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The Notre-Dame-de-la-Défense Church (Our Lady of Protection or Madonna della Difesa, in Italian) was built in 1919 by the architect R. Montbirant based on the drawings of the artist Guido Nincheri. Born in Florence, this Montréal artist also painted the church’s remarkable frescoes. The altar and balustrade date from 1950 and are made of Carrara marble. Next to the church, Dante Park celebrates the illustrious 14th-century poet and is a favourite meeting place for bocce players and passersby.

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