Église Saint-Léger d'Orvault

The Saint-Léger church features a central vessel with five bays, slate-covered roofs, and interior naves separated by small columns with decorated vaults.

Built between 1898 and 1901 according to architect François Bougoüin's plans, this church replaced three previous structures that stood at Place Jeanne d'Arc.

The stained glass windows narrate Saint Léger's life through multiple scenes, from his childhood to his martyrdom, installed between 1927 and 1933.

Located at 12 Place de l'Église in Orvault, the church received extensive restoration work between 2016 and 2018, including stone replacement and window cleaning.

The church initially opened without a bell tower, using a wooden chamber called 'soap box' in 1907 before receiving its current tower with four bells in 1935.

Location: Orvault

Architects: François Bougoüin

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Website: https://paroisseorvault.fr

GPS coordinates: 47.27070,-1.62361

Latest update: August 31, 2025 09:30