Église Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois de Châtenay-Malabry, Medieval church in Châtenay-Malabry, France.
Église Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois is a church featuring a single nave that blends Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles. The distinctive bell tower contains three levels and is accessed via an internal spiral staircase that winds through the structure.
Construction began in the late 10th century with significant expansions during the 11th century that transformed the structure. The top level of the bell tower was added around 1120, marking the final major stage of the building's development.
The church is named after Saint Germain of Auxerre, a venerated saint, and has long served as the spiritual center of the community. Visitors can observe how the building reflects centuries of religious practice through its artistic details and the family monuments preserved inside.
The church is accessible during regular services, particularly on Sundays when worship takes place throughout the day. The internal spiral staircase leading to the bell tower requires steady footing and appropriate footwear for those wanting to explore the upper levels.
Excavations in 1732 uncovered twelve graves containing pottery vessels filled with ashes, offering rare evidence of early medieval burial practices. This discovery demonstrates that the site held religious importance long before the current church structure was completed.
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