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Saint Bartholomew of Quincerot dans l'Yonne

Yonne

Saint Bartholomew of Quincerot

    4 Gr Grande Rue
    89740 Quincerot

Origin and history

The church Saint-Barthélemy de Quincerot is a religious monument located in the town of Quincerot, in the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. The available data do not specify its time of construction or its specific architectural or historical details. Its name suggests a dedication to Saint Barthélemy, an apostle and martyr of the first century, often associated with medieval or modern churches in France.

In the regional context of Burgundy-Franche-Comté, parish churches like Saint Barthélemy played a central role in community life. They served as places of worship, gatherings for religious festivals and local events, and often marked the geographical and symbolic centre of villages. In the absence of specific information on this monument, it can be assumed that it followed this traditional vocation, reflecting the cultural and spiritual practices of the surrounding population.