Nivard
7th-century Frankish bishop and Catholic saint
Nivard (Nivo) was the Bishop of Reims before 657 and until 673. He was brother-in-law of Childeric II. He restored Hautvilliers Abbey and was later buried there.
Recognized as a saint by the Catholic Church, his feast day is September 1.
External links
- Catholic Online: Nivard
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Preceded by Lando | Bishop of Rheims ca. 657–673 | Succeeded by Rieul of Reims |
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