Saint-Philibert church of Tournus
Saint-Philibert church of Tournus, Romanesque church in Tournus, France
The Saint-Philibert church features a longitudinal barrel vault in its upper narthex, supported by transverse arches and corbel construction methods.
The construction of this religious edifice began in the tenth century, incorporating architectural elements that showcase medieval masonry techniques and structural innovations.
The church preserves twelfth-century mosaics depicting zodiac signs behind its altar, along with period frescoes that demonstrate medieval artistic expression.
The church maintains regular visiting hours and provides guided tours that explain the architectural features, construction methods, and historical significance.
The upper narthex demonstrates a three-step vault construction process using transverse arches, corbel vaults, and wooden centering that minimized material requirements.
Location: Tournus
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Part of: Church of St Philibert
GPS coordinates: 46.56384,4.91060
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
Saône-et-Loire reveals a heritage that is not just scenery. The heights of Morvan still bear the traces of Bibracte, an ancient oppidum where Gallic history was written. Autun recalls Roman power with one of the country's largest ancient theaters. Further south, fortified villages, Romanesque abbeys, and castles add a medieval and Renaissance layer to this mosaic. Le Creusot tells of the entry into the industrial age. Between ancient stones, wooded landscapes, and religious sites, the region gathers locations that highlight the depth of its history.
Church of St Philibert
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Hôtel-Dieu de Tournus
198 m
Église Sainte-Madeleine de Tournus
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Église Saint-Valérien de Tournus
108 m
Ancien couvent des Récollets de Tournus
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Nécropole des Près-de-l'Eau
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Chapelle Saint-Laurent de Tournus
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Monument aux morts de Tournus
149 m
Puits du presbytère de Lambres
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Musée bourguignon Perrin de Puycousin
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Église Sainte-Cécile de Lacrost
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Notre-Dame-la-Brune
249 m
Maison aux Chimères de Tournus
34 m
Maison Monière de Tournus
225 m
Chapelle de l'ancien couvent des Récollets de Tournus
640 m
Palais de Justice de Tournus
365 m
Pipe organ of Saint-Philibert de Tournus Abbey
261 m
Hôtel Jean Magnon de Tournus
290 m
Maison de l'Escargot de Tournus
267 m
Maison Guichard-Jeanton de Tournus
297 m
War memorial of Lacrost
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Maison, 62 rue de la République (Tournus)
228 m
Immeuble à arcades de Tournus
276 m
Maison, 13 rue de la République
110 m
Hôtel Lacroix-Laval de Tournus
121 m
Hôtel de ville de Tournus
264 m
Hôtel de la Gerbe de Tournus
309 m
Hôtel d'Aubonne de Tournus
265 mReviews
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