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Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul of Kiffis dans le Haut-Rhin

Haut-Rhin

Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul of Kiffis

    2 Rue de Wolschwiller
    68480 Kiffis

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Époque contemporaine
2000
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Origin and history

The church Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Kiffis is a religious monument located in the commune of Kiffis, in the Grand Est region. Although its existence is attested, the available sources do not specify its construction period or detailed history. This type of building, typical of French villages, generally served as a place of worship, community gathering and identity marker for local residents.

In the countryside of the East, parish churches like Kiffis played a central role in everyday life. They rhythmized agricultural activities, religious festivals and social events, while embodying the architectural and spiritual heritage of rural communities. Their presence often reflected the medieval or modern organization of villages around a common place of worship.