Which cathedral in Reims hosted the traditional coronations of French kings?

Reims Cathedral hosted the traditional coronations of French kings.

The cathedral, formally Notre-Dame de Reims, became the principal coronation church of the French monarchy. Clovis I’s baptism by Saint Remigius at Reims in about 496 helped establish the city’s enduring royal and religious importance, although the present Gothic building is much later.

Construction of the current cathedral began in 1211 after an earlier church was damaged by fire. Its sculpture, portals and stained glass are major achievements of High Gothic architecture. The celebrated smiling angel on the west façade is one of its best-known sculptures.

Joan of Arc attended the coronation of Charles VII at Reims in 1429. The cathedral suffered serious damage during the First World War but was subsequently restored, with international support including contributions from the Rockefeller family.