Archive · 24 Aug 2026
France’s First Major Hindu Temple Near Paris Set for 2026
France is preparing to open its first major traditional Hindu temple.
The temple is called the BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir.
It is in Bussy-Saint-Georges, near Paris.
The opening is planned for September 2026.
A 13-day Festival of Culture will run from September 2 to 14.
Mahant Swami Maharaj is expected to bless the event.
The temple was made with stones from India and assembled in France.
People will use it for worship, cultural events, and spiritual activities.
One person described a 15-day program, but BAPS and the other reports describe the main festival as lasting 13 days.
The BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Bussy-Saint-Georges, near Paris, is scheduled to open in September 2026.
A 13-day Festival of Culture is planned from September 2 to 14 to mark the inauguration.
Mahant Swami Maharaj is expected to bless the opening and related celebrations.
The temple was crafted using stones from India and assembled or built in France.
Swamis and devotees have performed Kalash and Dhaja Dand Pujans, alongside prayers for peace and harmony.
- Who
- BAPS, Mahant Swami Maharaj, swamis, devotees, visitors, and members of the Indian diaspora in France.
- What
- The BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir is scheduled to be inaugurated as France’s first major traditional Hindu temple.
- When
- The inauguration is scheduled for September 2026, with the Festival of Culture planned for September 2–14.
- Where
- Bussy-Saint-Georges, near Paris, France.
- Why
- The temple will provide a place of worship and a space for cultural and spiritual activities while showcasing Indian traditions and values.
- Temple
- BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir
- Location
- Bussy-Saint-Georges, near Paris, France
- Scheduled opening
- September 2026
- Festival
- Festival of Culture
- Festival dates
- September 2–14
- Festival duration
- 13 days, although one quoted participant referred to a 15-day program
- Construction
- Crafted using stones sourced from India and assembled or built in France
- Spiritual leader
- Mahant Swami Maharaj
