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The church Sainte-Marie d'Olonne-sur-Mer is a religious monument located in the commune of Olonne-sur-Mer, now integrated with the Sables-d'Olonne in Vendée. Its origins date back to the 12th century, with major construction or transformation phases in the 16th and 17th centuries. This building, still standing, bears witness to the religious architecture of these successive epochs, probably mixing novel elements with more recent additions.

Classified as a Historic Monument by order of 14 October 1908, the church is protected for its heritage interest. Today it belongs to the municipality of Olonne-sur-Mer, as indicated by the Merimée base. Its precise location, at 8 Bis Rue Maréchal Foch, makes it a central point in the local urban fabric. The accuracy of its geographical location is considered satisfactory, facilitating its identification and visit.

The data available, especially from the Monumentum platform, underline its status as a protected building but do not provide details of its current use (cult, visits, events). The lack of information on possible historical characters related to its construction or history limits the knowledge of its original social or political context. Its architecture and ranking make it nevertheless an important marker of the heritage of the Vendee and Liguria.

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