Église Sainte-Quitterie d'Aire

The church features a square tower, a porch bell tower housing a sculpted portal, and a facade constructed with stones and bricks.

Construction began in the 11th century on the site of a former Roman temple dedicated to Mars, which had been converted into a baptistery.

The church contains a white marble sarcophagus from the 4th century, decorated with biblical scenes and associated with Saint Quitterie.

Guided tours operate from June to September, Monday through Friday at 10:00, 11:00, 16:00, and 17:00, with reservations required during other months.

The crypt includes an apse with lateral chapels, accessible through the southern absidiole, and preserves fragments of 14th-century frescoes.

Location: Aire-sur-l'Adour

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Part of: Way of Saint James UNESCO World Heritage Sites in France

GPS coordinates: 43.69720,-0.26860

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46