Église Saint-Eucaire de Metz, Gothic church in Metz, France.
Église Saint-Eucaire is a Gothic church in Metz with a 12th-century Romanesque bell tower topped by a dark pyramidal roof and a clock. The nave and choir date from the 14th and 15th centuries, and the choir has stained glass by Laurent-Charles Maréchal from 1863. A flamboyant portal and a Mutin-Cavaillé-Coll organ from 1902 are inside.
Begun in the 5th century, the church is dedicated to Eucharius, bishop of Trier. The Romanesque bell tower dates from the 12th century, while the nave and choir were built in the 14th and 15th centuries. The medieval roofs were restored by the city of Metz, and the building was classified as a monument historique on 22 January 1979.
The church has housed the Confrérie de Saint-Blaise since 1552 and holds one of the relics of Saint Blaise brought back by the crusaders. Each 3 February, small brioche rolls marked with picots recalling his martyrdom are blessed here against throat ailments. The name honours Eucharius, bishop of Trier, spelled Saint-Euchaire in 17th-century parish records.
The church is easily accessible by public transportation and welcomes visitors daily. Plan adequate time to explore the interior spaces and check opening times before your visit.
The church keeps one of the relics of Saint Blaise brought back by the crusaders, and since 1552 it has housed the Confrérie de Saint-Blaise. Each 3 February, small brioche rolls marked with picots recalling his martyrdom are blessed here against throat ailments.
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