Our Lady church, Romanesque Revival church in La Baule-Escoublac, France.
Our Lady Church is a neo-Romanesque church designed by François Bougoüin, measuring 52 metres long, 21 metres wide and 16.5 metres high under the vault. Its pale stone facade has a large traceried window, five round windows below and two pointed turrets with conical roofs. Inside, a barrel-vaulted nave with light stone blocks leads to an altar framed by an arch, with five tall stained-glass windows behind.
Construction of this church began in March 1931 with a foundation blessing from a local bishop. The project arose from the desire to create a central place of worship for the growing community.
The church houses an organ built by craftsmen from Nantes that shapes the musical life of the town. Visitors can experience here the artistic craftsmanship that fills the space with sound.
This church is easy to reach from the town center of La Baule-Escoublac and welcomes visitors most days. It is wise to arrive early when it is less crowded, allowing better time to admire the architecture.
During construction, a local priest worked alongside other craftsmen, hauling building sand in wheelbarrows. This direct participation by the clergy shows the community's strong connection to the project.
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