Morris Murdock Escorted Tours

France—the country of food, romance, and history. It’s easy to understand why the world is captivated by its cities and countrysides that offer all three. Even mentioning Les Misérables brings its cobblestone streets, soaring ideals, and the heartbeat of Paris alive.

But there is a fourth dimension we’re celebrating this year: faith.
Across France, faith shows up in quiet corners, historic heights, and sacred moments that touch travelers of every belief.

Here are three ways faith deepens the France experience—and three meaningful ways you can explore France with us in 2026.

1. The Paris Temple: A Sanctuary in the City of Light

In the peaceful suburb of Le Chesnay stands the Paris France Temple, a serene refuge for Latter-day Saint travelers seeking connection during their journey. The temple’s calm, precise beauty feels like a gift in the midst of one of the world’s liveliest cities.

Temple Highlights:

• Easy access from Paris and Versailles
• Reverent grounds perfect for reflection and contrast to the bustling city of Paris
• Opportunities for sessions and ordinance work (Offered on specific tours only)

For many, visiting an iconic temples around the world such as this becomes the spiritual centerpiece of their time in France.

2. Normandy’s Landing Beaches: Sacred Ground of Courage

Normandy is a place where history becomes emotion. Standing on Omaha or Utah Beach, the wind carries more than sea air—it carries the stories of bravery, sacrifice, and the triumph of light over darkness. These shores are hallowed in their own right. Visitors often describe the feeling as reverent, solemn, and deeply moving—no matter their background or faith.

Key Experiences:

• American Cemetery & Reflection Pool
• Pointe du Hoc & Ranger Monument
• Sainte-Mère-Église
• D-Day museums and personal stories that linger long after you leave

Many travelers tell us Normandy feels like stepping onto consecrated ground.

3. The Reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral: A Symbol of Faith for All

After years of restoration following the devastating 2019 fire, Notre-Dame Cathedral has reopened, and the world is celebrating.  Notre-Dame has always been more than a building, it’s a spiritual landmark that transcends denomination, belief, and nationality. Why do people of any faith feel something sacred here?

Because Notre-Dame represents:

• Endurance — centuries of storms, wars, revolutions, and renewal
• Devotion — generations who built, carved, painted, sang, and prayed within its walls
• Hope — the global unity felt during its loss and the shared joy of its rebirth
• Beauty — stained glass, organs, soaring arches, and art that lifts the soul

Walking inside feels like entering a living testimony of human faith and resilience.

Final Thought - France stirs the senses, inspires the imagination, and touches the soul.
In 2026, whether you join us on a land tour or glide quietly along the Seine, you’ll experience a France where beauty and faith live side by side.