Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Chaource

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Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Chaource

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Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Chaource, Gothic church in Chaource, France

The Saint-Jean-Baptiste church features three naves, substantial stone walls, and large windows that illuminate its interior spaces with natural light.

The church construction began in the late 12th century with the choir, while the nave and side chapels were completed between 1531 and 1548.

The church contains sixty medieval sculptures, including a notable 16th-century Entombment group that displays exceptional craftsmanship and detail.

Visitors can access the church daily from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM during summer months and 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in winter.

The church houses a 1698 organ by Louis Le Bé with twenty-five stops and an intricately carved wooden case featuring twisted columns.

Location: Chaource

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

GPS coordinates: 48.05800,4.13662

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:47

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