Église Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur d'Asquins

Église Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur in Asquins is a stone church with rounded arches and thick walls characteristic of 12th-century Romanesque design. The interior features medieval stonework with religious scenes that reflect the craftsmanship of the period.

Construction began in the 12th century as a station on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. The building served as an essential landmark for travelers using the network of pilgrimage paths.

The church is named after the Apostle James and served as a gathering point for pilgrims traveling toward Spain. Religious symbols carved into the facade still mark its role as a stopping place along the pilgrimage route.

The church is accessible daily and can be explored independently or visited with guided tours from the local tourism office. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since stone floors can be uneven.

The bell tower is so distinctive that it has served pilgrims for centuries as a visual reference point to identify their location on the long journey. This makes the structure a practical orientation marker that goes beyond its pure architecture.

Location: Asquins

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Part of: Way of Saint James UNESCO World Heritage Sites in France

GPS coordinates: 47.48260,3.75425

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23