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Origin and history

The church of Saint-Georges de Fiquefleur is one of the oldest Romanesque monuments in Normandy. Its nave dates from the first half of the 11th century, while the choir was built in the second half of the same century. The crossover of the transept underwent three successive times: in the 11th century, in the late 11th century, and in the 13th century. These transformations have included major changes such as sterning of the lantern tower and suppression of the nave bottoms. Carved plates, decorated with animal or geometric motifs, have been integrated into the interior and exterior walls, dating from two separate series of the 11th century.

In the 16th century, the nave was shortened to three spans and bays were pierced, thus changing the original structure. The monument was also placed under the patronage of the priory of Beaumont-en-Auge in the 14th century. Despite the many changes, the church retains significant remains of its original Romanesque architecture. The site was classified as a Historic Monument in 1926, and an inscription by order of 4 August 1992 protects the building, including its plated grounds and remaining Roman remains, as well as a cemetery cross.

The protected elements include the church itself, the surrounding terrain and the Roman remains still visible. The property belongs to the commune of Fiquefleur-Équainville. Architectural changes reflect stylistic evolutions and liturgical needs throughout the centuries, while preserving tangible traces of its medieval origin.

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