Église Saint-Martin d'Esnandes, Fortified church from 12th century in Esnandes, France.
Saint-Martin Church features three naves with three-meter-thick walls and a defensive system including battlements and machicolations.
First documented in 990 in the charter of Saint-Cyprien Abbey of Poitiers, the church was converted into a fortress during the Hundred Years War.
The building facades display medieval sculptures and a Romanesque portal from the 12th century, representing different artistic periods of construction.
The church remains open free of charge every day throughout the year and permits visitors to bring their pets inside.
The current bell tower, rebuilt in 1633, incorporates wood from shipwrecks found along the coast in its framework.
Location: Esnandes
GPS coordinates: 46.24910,-1.10919
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52
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