Église Saint-Martin d'Ivry-la-Bataille, church located in Eure, in France
Église Saint-Martin d'Ivry-la-Bataille is a parish church located on a town square, built in the 15th and 16th centuries with Gothic style elements. The building has a gabled facade, a square bell tower rising in stages, a bell tower spire, and pointed arch windows; inside are wide arches connecting the central nave to the side aisles, stone vaults, and 19th century stained glass.
Construction began at the end of the 15th century and was completed in the early 16th century, following earlier work at a prior structure. In the 17th century, lightning and storms damaged the building, with major repairs finally completed in 1721, while the tower base required reinforcement toward the end of the 19th century.
The church remains in active use by the local community for regular services and gatherings at important religious holidays and commemorations. Its stained glass windows tell stories of the region and of Father Laval, a priest born in this town who later worked in Mauritius and whose life is depicted in the colorful glass panes.
The church sits in the town center and is accessible on foot or by car. During times of open access and services, visitors can view the interior, while the exterior architecture remains visible from the surrounding square.
An old bell from 1539 still hangs in the church and is said to have rung during a 1590 battle to celebrate a victory for King Henry IV. This bell carries scratches and cracks that testify to its long history.
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