Église Saint-Saturnin d'Antony, Gothic parish church in Antony, France
The Église Saint-Saturnin d'Antony is a parish church with a rectangular layout and a lateral bell tower in the town of Antony. Its structure displays three distinct construction phases, visible in the architectural details throughout the building.
The church originated in 829 as a chapel built on lands belonging to the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. It was transformed into a parish church in 1177 and later experienced major upheaval during the French Revolution.
The church is named after Saint Saturnin, an early Christian martyr whose veneration shaped local religious life. Today it functions as a gathering place where residents mark important moments in their lives and community traditions continue.
The church is normally accessible to visitors during regular services and standard opening hours. It is advisable to check exact times in advance since hours may vary depending on religious events and celebrations.
The bell tower holds four bells, with the oldest named Charlotte-Geneviève from 1730 weighing approximately 700 kilograms. This historical bell represents notable metalwork craftsmanship from the 18th century.
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