Église Saint-Mesmin de La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin

This Pre-Romanesque Catholic church features three naves, a basilica plan without transept, and a bell tower reaching 35 meters in height.

The first funeral basilica was built around 550 above Saint Mesmin's tomb, following his death in 520 at the Micy monastery.

Modern stained glass windows created by the Gouffault workshop of Orleans and a gilded wooden Madonna with Child form the main artistic elements.

The site regularly hosts religious ceremonies and visits, particularly during heritage days and cultural events throughout the year.

Excavations in 2013 uncovered sarcophagi from the 6th and 8th centuries beneath the church, indicating earlier occupation of the site.

Location: La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin

Website: https://belles-eglises-static.vercel.app/eglises/238

GPS coordinates: 47.88700,1.84326

Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:54