Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Assumption à Eschwiller dans le Bas-Rhin

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Origin and history

The Catholic Church Notre-Dame-de-l'Assumption of Eschwiller, located in the Lower Rhine, was built between 1771 and 1772 according to plans similar to those of the Church of Lorentzen. The architect Frédéric Joachim Stengel, at the service of the Counts of Nassau, would have supervised his design. This baroque building, characteristic of the Alsatian religious architecture of the time, reflects the influence of local noble sponsors and regional constructive traditions.

In the 19th century, the church required major repairs, especially in 1851 for its structure. Between 1906 and 1910, a major renovation transformed its appearance: the original wooden bell tower, located on the nave, was replaced by a bulb bell tower backed by the gable wall, while retaining the original Baroque gate. These changes illustrate the evolution of construction techniques and aesthetic tastes between the 18th and 20th centuries.

Ranked a historic monument in 1992 for its exteriors, the church received a new restoration in 1995. His retreating polygonal choir and axial sacristy are remarkable architectural elements. The re-use of the baroque portal during the renovations of the 20th century demonstrates a desire to preserve the historical heritage while adapting it to contemporary needs.

Located on Rue Principale (or 21 rue de l'Église) in this village of the Great East, the building remains an active place of worship and a symbol of local heritage. Its history reflects the religious, social and architectural dynamics of Alsace, marked by both French and Germanic influences. The accuracy of its location is estimated average (level 5/10), depending on available sources.

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