Église Saint-Étienne d'Ars-en-Ré, Gothic church in Ars-en-Ré, France
Saint-Étienne church features a 40-meter black and white bell tower that stands against the coastal landscape of Île de Ré.
The church structure evolved from a 6th-century rectangular priory to its current Gothic form through expansions in the 12th and 15th centuries.
The building received classification as a French historical monument in 1903, preserving its architectural heritage for future generations.
The religious monument opens daily throughout the year, with a total length of 50 meters and a central nave reaching 8.30 meters in height.
The octagonal bell tower contains three named bells - Françoise, Marie-Victoire, and Louise - and functions as a navigation point visible from 20 kilometers.
Location: Ars-en-Ré
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 46.20780,-1.51556
Latest update: September 10, 2025 16:35
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