Église Notre-Dame de la Haye, Romanesque church in Descartes, France.
Notre-Dame de la Haye Church features a square bell tower, rounded tower, and semi-circular apse with visible fragments of original interior wall paintings.
Founded in 1104 as a castle chapel, the building became a parish church in 1220 and later served as an agricultural structure during the 18th century.
The church holds particular importance as the baptism site of philosopher René Descartes and the funeral location for several members of his family.
Visitors can access the church by appointment for group tours and during European Heritage Days, with parking available near the Henri IV bridge.
This church remains the sole surviving structure of the La Haye fortress, constructed by Foulques Nerra in the 11th century.
Location: Descartes
GPS coordinates: 46.97150,0.69560
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:54
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