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Origin and history

The chapel Saint-Pierre de Fontenoy-la-Joûte is a religious building built in the 13th century, located in the commune of Fontenoy-la-Joûte, in Meurthe-et-Moselle. This monument, inscribed in the inventory of Historical Monuments since 1939, bears witness to the medieval religious architecture of the Lorraine region, now integrated in the Great East. Its official registration by decree of 6 July 1939 underlines its heritage importance and its preservation by the municipality.

The location of the chapel at 54 Rue Saint-Pierre is considered satisfactory (note of 8/10), and its address is referenced in the Mérimée base. Local ownership, it could potentially be open to the visit, although precise practical information is not detailed in available sources. Its state of conservation and current use (cult, tourism, event) are not explicitly documented.

In the 13th century, chapels such as Fontenoy-la-Joûte played a central role in the life of Lorrain villages. They served as a place of prayer, community gathering and sometimes shelter for local people. Their construction often reflected the influence of local lords or religious institutions, although the sources do not specify the sponsors of this monument. The architecture of these buildings, sober and functional, was adapted to the resources and spiritual needs of small rural communities.

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