Église Saint-Jacques de Villefranche-de-Conflent

The Saint-Jacques Church features thick stone walls, rounded arches, and a long central nave crowned with barrel vaults at 437.9 meters elevation.

The church construction occurred during the expansion of Romanesque architecture in France, marking the transition period between the 10th and 12th centuries.

This monument historique classé demonstrates the religious architectural traditions of the Conflent region through its preserved stone elements and structural design.

Visitors can explore the church interior and exterior while discovering other medieval structures within the fortified town of Villefranche-de-Conflent.

The church stands as an example of Romanesque engineering with its square tower, semicircular apse, and internal columns supporting vaulted ceilings.

Location: Villefranche-de-Conflent

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Elevation above the sea: 437.9 m

GPS coordinates: 42.58660,2.36634

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:08