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Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Bourbonne-les-Bains Church is a religious building located in the Haute-Marne department in the Grand-Est region. Ranked as a historical monument in 1875, it illustrates local ecclesiastical architecture, with a nave accompanied by low side and a Romanesque porch surmounted by a rose. Its bell tower, positioned on the north side near the flat bedside, and its first span added in 1875 by architect Antoine de Baudot testify to architectural evolutions over the centuries.

The interior contains remarkable elements, including a marble statue of Virgin with Child dating from the 14th century, another statue from the ancient Benedictine priory, as well as 16th century baptismal fonts. These objects underline the historical and spiritual importance of the site, linked to the religious and community life of Bourbonne-les-Bains since the Middle Ages.

The early classification of the church in 1875 reflects its recognized heritage value, while its location in a spa town in the Great East adds a cultural dimension to its initial role as a place of worship. Available sources, such as Wikipedia and the Merimée base, confirm its status as a protected building and its continued function in the local religious landscape.

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