Église Saint-Martin de Hénin-Beaumont, Historical monument in Hénin-Beaumont, France.
Église Saint-Martin de Hénin-Beaumont is a church built with concrete and reconstituted stone, featuring a central dome lit by rectangular and circular windows. The interior is constructed with stone columns supporting brick vaults, creating a modern structural framework visible throughout the space.
A church stood on this site since the 12th century, but it was destroyed during World War I. The current building rose in 1929 according to architect Maurice Boutterin's design, replacing what had been lost.
The stained glass windows by Jean Gaudin fill the interior with colored light and shape the experience of each chapel space. Visitors encounter dedicated areas for prayer, including the baptistery and Pieta chapel, which anchor the spiritual layout.
The church sits on Place Carnot in the town center and is easily reached on foot. Regular services take place here, and visitors can explore the building, though daylight hours are best for viewing the architectural details and windows.
The dome reaches 50 meters high and blends concrete construction with traditional stone supports in an unexpected way. This mix of modern and classical materials shows how 1920s church design pushed beyond typical styles of the era.
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