Église Notre-Dame de Ham

The church follows a Latin cross layout with a central nave, two side aisles, a transept, and an elevated choir according to Benedictine arrangements.

The construction started in the 12th century, with the church experiencing multiple destructions and restorations during the 17th and 18th centuries and between World Wars.

The interior decoration includes 32 stucco bas-reliefs depicting scenes from the Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles throughout the building.

The crypt, classified as a historical monument in 1862, remains accessible and contains tombstones of Odon IV, lord of Ham, and his wife Isabelle de Béthencourt.

The lower sections of the building and western facade feature a plain Roman porch topped by three tall Romanesque bay windows from the 12th century.

Location: Ham

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 49.74720,3.07361

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:59