Construction period XVe siècle (≈ 1550)
Creation of the medieval cemetery.
3 juin 1908
Classification of the cross
Classification of the cross 3 juin 1908 (≈ 1908)
Historical Monument by Order.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Stone cross: by order of 3 June 1908
Key figures
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Origin and history
The cemetery of Châtenois, located in the Vosges department in the Grand Est region, dates back to the 15th century. This site is particularly notable for its stone cross, classified as Historic Monument by decree of 3 June 1908. This protected element illustrates the importance of religious symbols in medieval funeral spaces, often placed in the heart of villages to mark a sacred and gathering place.
In medieval times, cemeteries such as Châtenois played a central role in community life. They served not only as a burial place, but also as a space for sociability, where gatherings, collective prayers and religious feasts took place. In the Vosges, a region marked by strong ruralness and social organization around parishes, these sites reflected the funeral beliefs and practices of the time, often linked to the Catholic Church.
The presence of a monumental cross, such as the one listed in Châtenois, generally highlighted the spiritual anchoring of the community and could also serve as a visual landmark in the landscape.
