Église de Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, Manche

The church combines three distinct architectural styles with a Romanesque nave, Gothic transept, and Renaissance dome atop the bell tower.

The construction began in the 11th century, with additions of lateral chapels in the 12th century and completion of the choir in the 14th century.

The church interior features carved capitals depicting animals, plants, and mythical creatures, including chimeras wearing Phrygian caps from a 12th-century sculpture workshop.

The church, located at 26 Place de l'Église, received monument status in 1840 and maintains regular opening hours for visitors throughout the year.

The bell tower bears traces of American gunfire from 1944, with visible bullet marks preserved in the confessional as historical evidence.

Location: Sainte-Marie-du-Mont

Inception: 11 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture, Renaissance architecture

GPS coordinates: 49.37860,-1.22556

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:09