Église Saint-Martin de Charly-sur-Marne

Saint-Martin is a stone church in Charly-sur-Marne located at Place du General de Gaulle, featuring a four-sided bell tower. The structure reflects construction from the 13th and 14th centuries with elements added over time.

Construction began in the 13th century and continued through the 14th. A notable treasure was later added: a baptismal font originally from the Abbey of Saint-Jean-des-Vignes in Soissons, dating to the medieval period.

Inside, paintings illustrate moments from the Virgin Mary's story alongside glass windows from the 1800s that depict scenes from Jesus's life. These artworks shape the interior and help visitors connect with biblical narratives.

The church remains open year-round with no admission fee for visitors. You can freely walk inside at your own pace to see the artwork and building details.

The baptismal font inside is a rare example of 13th-century craftsmanship that was preserved from a distant monastery. Few churches possess such an old liturgical object brought from another religious house.

Location: Charly-sur-Marne

GPS coordinates: 48.97600,3.28500

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:23