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The church of Saint-Eutrope-Lagerville, located in Chaintreaux in Seine-et-Marne, dates from the 13th century. It is dedicated to Saint Eutropus, Saint Mary Magdalene and Saint Blaise, and was once used for the rogations, agricultural processes intended to bless cultures. A relic of Saint Blaise, invoked for sore throats, was preserved there. The building, now closed to worship and the public, has an unusual architecture, with a square shape and the absence of a bell tower. Despite restorations (including roofing), it remains very degraded.

The church's history is linked to that of the parish of Lagerville, which disappeared in 1795 during the Revolution and was attached to Chaintreaux in 1842. In the Middle Ages, this parish depended on the lords of Chambellan-Villebéon, then on the Templar Commandery of Beauvais-en-Gâtinais. The adjacent cemetery has a curiosity: two graves connected by chained hearts, symbol of an emotional or family bond. Traces of murals remain inside, and most graves date back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Classified as a historical monument in 1994, the church and its cemetery (walled enclosures) are now owned by the municipality. Although not accessible, it bears witness to the medieval religious and architectural heritage of the region. Its current state reflects the challenges of preserving small rural buildings, often faced with a lack of resources for their maintenance. The available sources (Wikipedia, Monumentum) highlight its historical interest, particularly for its connection with the Templars and its role in local traditions.

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