Église Saint-Hilarian-Sainte-Foy de Perse

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Église Saint-Hilarian-Sainte-Foy de Perse

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Église Saint-Hilarian-Sainte-Foy de Perse, Romanesque church in Espalion, France.

The structure features a western portal accessible by stairs, leading to a nave with three bays and a bell tower with four openings.

In 1060, the Calmont family donated the Perse monastery to Conques Abbey, leading to the dedication of the church to Saint Hilarian.

The sculpted portal displays three major Catholic themes: Pentecost on the tympanum, Apocalypse, and Last Judgment on the lintel.

The church remains open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM throughout the year for self-guided visits along the Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route.

The church structure includes a thirteenth-century burial recess positioned between the western portal and the southern transept of the building.

Location: Espalion

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 44.51770,2.77121

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:47

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