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Origin and history

The church Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Neulles, located in the Charente-Maritime department in New Aquitaine, dates back to the 12th century. Its diocesan origin is linked to the bishopric of Saintes, with a characteristic west facade of the twelfth century. This monument illustrates the transition between Romanesque and Gothic styles, especially visible in its raised and vaulted choir, rebuilt at the end of the 12th or early 13th century.

In the 14th century, the building was enlarged by the addition of a northern side chapel, reflecting the needs of a growing community. The facade, sober, fits into a deep ebrasation with four undecorated rollers and nine upper arcades. The carved decor, limited to the metopes and modillons of the cornice, contrasts with the simplicity of the other elements. The choir, marked by the nascent Gothic influence, retains an original vault and a bedside decorated with a triplet topped by a half-oculus.

In 1780, a bronze bell, melted by Gansbeigen, was installed, testifying to the continuous maintenance of the place. The church is officially listed as historical monuments by order of 5 December 2000, recognizing its heritage value. Today, it remains owned by the municipality of Neulles, with an approximate location reported as "passable" (level 5/10) in the geographical databases.

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