The church of Saint-Martin

  • The church of Saint-Martin
  • The church of Saint-Martin
  • The church of Saint-Martin
  • The church of Saint-Martin
The church of Saint-MartinThe church of Saint-MartinThe church of Saint-MartinThe church of Saint-Martin

Presentation

The church dates back to the 19th century and was inaugurated in 1850. It was the first neo-Gothic rural church in the département.
The construction of the church was inspired by that of Saint-Nicolas in Nantes. Its magnificent portal is well worth a visit.  

During the Second World War, during the "Saint-Nazaire Pocket", the church was bombed by the Germans. Its bell tower, which served as a watchtower, was largely destroyed by a shell in January 1945.

Next to the church, in the cemetery, is the Carré des prêtres (priests' square): dating from the early 19th century, this monument features busts of the parish priests of Chauvé.
Opening day(s)

Sunday 22 September 2024

Information
  • PERIOD OF SITE OR HISTORIC MONUMENT :
    • 19th century
  • RELIGIOUS HERITAGE :
    • Church
  • VISITS :
    • Individual admission (without guide)
  • Geographical zone :
    • Chauvé

Map

Map

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L'église Saint-Martin
Place de l'église
44320
CHAUVE
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 47.15102
Longitude : -1.98510
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Contact details
The church of Saint-Martin
Place de l'église
44320
CHAUVE
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