Église de la Trinité de Saint-Sauveur-de-Givre-en-Mai

The Église de la Trinité de Saint-Sauveur-de-Givre-en-Mai is a church featuring an ambulatory without radiating chapels and a central nave without side aisles. The interior is supported by quadrilobed pillars with pointed arches.

Built between the 12th and 15th centuries, this church was connected to a priory belonging to the Abbey of Luçon in Vendée. This relationship shaped its religious and architectural development over the centuries.

The location's name comes from a medieval legend about Muslim soldiers departing after an unexpected frost in May. This story shaped how the local community understands its past.

The church is located on Rue des Sarrazins in Bressuire and remains open for visitors during worship services. Check opening times in advance to ensure access.

The 15th-century wooden roof structure includes ten crossbeams and ten curved braces with chamfered angles. This construction demonstrates the precision of medieval carpentry.

Location: Bressuire

Location: Saint-Sauveur

GPS coordinates: 46.82214,-0.41949

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:22