Church à Saint-Rémy dans le Calvados

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Saint-Rémy Church, located in the commune of Saint-Rémy (Calvados, Normandy), is a Catholic building dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries. It is distinguished by its bell tower, Romanesque portal and medieval capitals, elements preserved despite major transformations in the 19th century. The church is surrounded by a cemetery housing a multi-centennial if, adding to its historical and landscape character.

Originally attached to the diocese of Bayeux, the church underwent a notable administrative evolution: in 1827, the commune of Saint-Rémy merged with that of La Mousse. This change reflects the frequent territorial reorganizations in the 19th century, during which time the building was profoundly redesigned, partially altering its medieval aspect.

Ranked as historical monuments since 13 April 1933 (limited inscription in its turn), Saint-Rémy Church illustrates Norman religious architecture. Its official protection underscores its heritage importance, while recalling the conservation challenges posed by subsequent changes. The building remains today a testimony of medieval constructive practices and subsequent adaptations.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its status as communal property and its potential for public access. Its precise address, 820 Rue de l'Église, and its Insee code (14656) firmly anchor this monument in the territory of Calvados, in the heart of historic Lower Normandy.

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