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The church Saint-Lubin du Boullay-Thierry, located in the Eure-et-Loir department in the Centre-Val de Loire region, is a religious building characteristic of the canton of Nogent-le-Roi. Built or rebuilt at the end of the 15th century, it features a unique vessel and a larmie tower, typical of late Gothic art. Its funding was provided by the donations of the families of Trie and Pill oats, influential local lords.

The structure includes a choir surrounded by a low building leading to the sacristy, as well as a southern chapel, added in the 19th century by the family of Boquestant, then owner of the nearby castle. This chapel communicated directly with the communes of the castle, highlighting the close links between the religious building and the seigneurial power. The bell tower, covered with a four-paned dome, is accompanied by a hexagonal staircase turret.

Ranked among historical monuments since 2007, the church embodies the architectural and social heritage of the region. Its inscription is part of a wider local heritage, including the Boullay-Thierry castle, which was registered the same year. These protections reflect the historical importance of the commune, marked by noble families and events such as the French Revolution, during which the village was temporarily renamed Boullay-la-Société.

The historical context of the church is also linked to the social and political transformations of the region. In the 13th century, the lord Hugues du Boulay was mentioned as vassal of the chestnut of Nogent-le-Roi under Philippe Auguste. The following centuries saw the succession of families such as the Trie, Pill oats, and Talon, whose members, often magistrates or royal councillors, marked local history. Their influence is reflected in the architectural changes of the church, such as the seigneurial chapel.

The building also illustrates medieval and modern religious and community practices. Its simple plan, with a single vessel, reflects the needs of a rural population, while the subsequent additions, such as the Chapel of the Chatelan, testify to the evolution of the relations between nobility and parish. The presence of a sacristy and direct access from the castle underscores the central role of the church in the daily and spiritual life of the village.

Today, Saint Lubin Church remains a symbol of Eure-et-Loir's religious and seigneurial heritage. Its architecture, combining Gothic elements and later additions, offers a tangible testimony to the historical and social dynamics that shaped the region, from the Middle Ages to the contemporary era.

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