Initial construction XIIe siècle (≈ 1250)
Period of medieval foundation of the church.
XVIe siècle
Major renovations
Major renovations XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Rebirth beautification work.
25 octobre 1911
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 25 octobre 1911 (≈ 1911)
Official protection by ministerial decree.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Church: by order of 25 October 1911
Key figures
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Sources do not mention any historical actors.
Origin and history
The Saint-Symphorian church of Thibie is a religious building whose origins date back to the 12th century, with significant changes in the 16th century. It is located in the commune of Thibie, in the department of Marne (51), in the region of Grand Est. This monument, classified by ministerial decree in 1911, illustrates medieval and reborn religious architecture of Champagne-Ardenne. Its classification as a Historic Monument reflects its heritage value and its role in local history.
The location of the church, specified as "a priori satisfactory" (note 6/10), corresponds to address 12 Rue Basse, 51510 Thibie, according to data from the Merimée database. Owned by the commune, it is referred to under the code Insee 51566, attached to the district of Châlons-en-Champagne. Available sources, including Monumentum, highlight its protected status, but do not provide details of its current use (visits, rentals, etc.).
The periods of construction, XII and XVI centuries, reflect two pivotal periods: the Middle Ages, marked by the rise of Romanesque churches, and the Renaissance, a period of renovation and beautification of religious buildings. The 1911 classification ensures the preservation of its architectural elements, although the archives consulted do not specify the stylistic characteristics or specific restoration campaigns. The absence of references to characters or sponsors related to its construction limits knowledge of its social and artistic history.
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