Église Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Maubeuge, Parish church in Maubeuge, France
The Église Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Maubeuge is a parish church in the northern French city of Maubeuge distinguished by its modern architectural design. The building stands out with a 43-meter bell tower featuring a cylindrical staircase that reaches the carillon, complemented by concrete facades with textured hammered finishes.
Construction of the church began in 1955 under architect André Lurçat's direction as part of the post-war reconstruction program that rebuilt the region. The building was consecrated in 1958, establishing itself as a modern religious structure that marked the city's recovery and renewal after World War II.
The entrance porch features a mosaic by Schmidt-Chevallier based on Jean Lurçat's designs that tells the stories of Saints Peter and Paul. This artwork sits prominently at the church's main entrance and communicates through colorful stone pieces the importance of these two apostles to the parish.
The interior can accommodate approximately 1000 worshippers and is naturally lit by large glass cube windows and a zenithal oculus in the choir section. This abundant natural light makes it easy to navigate the interior and creates a welcoming and bright environment for visitors.
Two statues of apostles Peter and Paul created by sculptor Felix Roulin crown the main facade of the building. These monumental figures, standing at the summit of the structure, were commissioned specifically to honor the church's patron saints and remain one of its most distinctive exterior features.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
