Construction of church XIe et XIIe siècles (≈ 1250)
Period of initial construction of the monument.
11 avril 1932
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 11 avril 1932 (≈ 1932)
Protection of the bell tower and bedside.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Clocher et ensemble du bedette : classification by order of 11 April 1932
Origin and history
The church of Manthes is a religious monument built between the 11th and 12th centuries, located in the village of the same name, in the department of Drôme. This building, whose bell tower and bedside are classified as Historical Monuments since 1932, bears witness to the medieval religious architecture of the region. Its location, in the heart of the commune, reflects its local historical and cultural importance.
In medieval times, churches like Manthes played a central role in the lives of rural communities. They served not only as a place of worship, but also as a gathering point for the inhabitants, marking the rhythm of religious festivals and social events. In the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, these buildings were often built or modified according to spiritual needs and available resources, reflecting the social and economic organization of the time.
