Église Saint-Émilien, Catholic church in Hauts-Pavés - Saint-Félix district, Nantes, France
Église Saint-Émilien is a Catholic church located in the Hauts-Pavés district of Nantes with a distinctive facade featuring two towers and sculptural niches. The building houses three bells of varying weights, each dedicated to a different saint and used for various liturgical occasions.
The church was dedicated in 2019, succeeding an earlier worship space that occupied a converted factory building during the 1980s. This transition reflects the growing needs of the community and the establishment of a permanent religious structure in the district.
The church follows the Tridentine rite under the Priory of Saint-Louis, which belongs to the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X.
The church is generally accessible during prayer times and religious services, with hours varying according to scheduled events and gatherings. Plan your visit around these times to ensure you can enter, and be respectful of any active worship taking place.
The church is named after an 8th-century bishop who fought against Saracen forces near Nantes and lost his life in that battle. This lesser-known historical connection gives the building significance beyond its contemporary religious role.
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