Saint-Martin church

Chalvignac

Description

The St. Martin church (15th c.) has been altered several times over the course of the centuries, causing it to lose its Romanesque characteristics.

To discover : a stoup carved from a cube shaped marble or alabaster block. Listed as Historical Monument, the 12th c. baptistery is adorned with interlacings and rests on 3 sculptures, including 2 lions. Above the baptistery, small paintings evoking the life of St. Martin. In the choir, recent restoration work has revealed remarkable murals from the 17th c..


Information

Language spoken

French


Timetable

All year round
Daily


Contact / Location

Le bourg
15200, Chalvignac