Épécamps, commune in Somme, France
Description
Épécamps is a tiny village in the Somme department within the canton of Bernaville, located near Amiens. It has only two streets, traditional stone and clay houses, and sits surrounded by fields and farmland with a small stone church as its center point.
History
The village was established many centuries ago and has remained largely unchanged through the generations. Its buildings and layout reflect a long history rooted in agriculture and rural living, with old structures serving as witnesses to the lives of past residents.
Culture
The village name comes from old French, referring to its location in open land. The small Notre-Dame de la Nativité church at the center serves as a landmark and gathering point, shaping community identity even though regular services no longer take place there.
Practical
The village has minimal services, so it makes sense to stock up on supplies in nearby towns like Amiens. The place is easy to explore on foot or by car, and the quiet open countryside invites walking and enjoying a slower pace.
Did you know?
The church roof is crowned not by a traditional rooster weather vane but by a pigeon, a rare and quiet detail that matches the peaceful nature of the place. This unusual ornament makes the small church a distinctive landmark of the village.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (canton of Bernaville).
France has some municipalities with extremely low populations, not exceeding 12 residents. These villages reflect the demographic shifts in rural France and provide insight into a lifestyle that has become rare. Rochefourchat in Drôme holds the record with just one inhabitant, while Aingoulaincourt...
Abbaye Sainte-Marie, Berteaucourt
7.1 km
Maison échevinale de Domart-en-Ponthieu
4.6 km
Église Saint-Médard de Domart-en-Ponthieu
4.7 km
Église Saint-Pierre de Fieffes-Montrelet
6.6 km
Église de la Trinité de Bernaville
2 km
Église Saint-Pierre de Berneuil
2.2 km
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Fienvillers
5.3 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Cottenvillers
2.5 km
Église Saint-Léger de Saint-Léger-lès-Domart
7.1 km
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Prouville
4.4 km
Église Saint-Médard de Lanches-Saint-Hilaire
1.5 km
Église Saint-Sulpice de Mesnil-Domqueur
6.6 km
Église Saint-Médard de Saint-Hilaire
2.8 km
Église Saint-Nicolas de Domesmont
1.1 km
Église de Beaumetz
4.1 km
Église Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Gorges
1.7 km
Église Saint-Pierre de Franqueville
4 km
Église Saint-Sulpice de Ribeaucourt
2.9 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste d'Autheux
6.3 km
Église Saint-Martin de Pernois
6.9 km
Château de Ribeaucourt (Somme)
2.9 km
Chapelle Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Domart-en-Ponthieu
4.8 km
Église Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Montrelet
6.4 km
Chapelle Saint-Gautier de Berteaucourt-les-Dames
6.9 km
Église Saint-Ferréol de Fransu
4.5 km
Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Nativité d'Épécamps
45 m
Château de Fransu
4.5 km
Chapelle Saint-Nicolas de Domart-en-Ponthieu
4.9 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes