Right to have a church 1446 (≈ 1446)
Onnion obtained a church under the authority of Mieussy.
1824-1829
Construction of the current building
Construction of the current building 1824-1829 (≈ 1827)
Edited by Albert Amoudruz on the old church.
1871
External paints
External paints 1871 (≈ 1871)
Directed by an Italian painter.
1974-1983
Restoration by Abbé Veyrat
Restoration by Abbé Veyrat 1974-1983 (≈ 1979)
Curé of Onnion, restore the church.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Ranked MH
Key figures
Albert Amoudruz - Architect
Designs the plans of the present church.
Antoine Chevrier - Craftsman
Realize the church furniture.
François Veyrat - Curé and restorer
Restore the building from 1974 to 1983.
Origin and history
The Saint-Maurice church of Onnion is a Catholic church in the commune of Onnion, Haute-Savoie. It is dedicated to Saint Maurice d'Agaune, a third century Christian martyr. The village obtained the right to have a church in 1446, but it remained under the authority of Saint-Gervais-et-Saint-Protais church in Miessy. The current building, built between 1824 and 1829, replaces the old church on the plans of architect Albert Amoudruz.
The roof, initially covered with Morzine slates, and the furniture, designed by Antoine Chevrier, bear witness to the local craftsmanship. The exterior paintings, made in 1871 by an Italian painter, add an artistic touch. The bell, dating from 1732, is classified as a historical monument. The building was restored between 1974 and 1983 by Father François Veyrat, then parish priest of Onnion.
The Saint-Maurice church embodies the religious and architectural history of Haute-Savoie, combining neo-classical influences and local heritage. Its furniture, paintings and bell make it an emblematic place of the diocese of Annecy, reflecting the evolution of the village community throughout the centuries.
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