Origin and history

The church Sainte-Madeleine de Chéneette is a religious monument located in the commune of Chéneette, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Although its existence is attested, the available sources do not specify its period of construction or the architectural or historical details that could inform its evolution over the centuries. In this region, parish churches such as that of Chénelette traditionally played a central role in community life.

They served as places of worship, assembly and social landmarks for the inhabitants, often around local agricultural or artisanal activities. These buildings also reflected the stylistic and religious influences of their time and territory.