About Bassus of Nice
Bassus of Nice was a Roman catholic priest.
Saint Bassus of Nice (179 ca. – 250 AD) is a 3rd-century Roman Catholic saint and martyr, traditionally the earliest named bishop of Nice.
He was active on the Côte d'Azur, and was martyred for his faith under the Emperor Decius by being burned with red-hot blades and pierced from head to feet by two large shipbuilding nails, one through each foot.
He is venerated as a saint. His feast day is 5 December. He is the patron saint of Cupra Marittima in Italy, where his body was taken after his death, and since 1922 or 1923 the second patron saint of Nice.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bassus of Nice?
French bishop, Roman Catholic saint and martyr
When was Bassus of Nice born?
Bassus of Nice was born in Nice.
When did Bassus of Nice die?
Bassus of Nice died in Nice.
What was Bassus of Nice's occupation?
Bassus of Nice was a catholic priest.
What nationality was Bassus of Nice?
Bassus of Nice was Roman.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bassus of Nice. https://biography.guide/bassus-of-nice/
MLA: "Bassus of Nice." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bassus-of-nice/.
Chicago: "Bassus of Nice." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bassus-of-nice/.
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