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The church of Saint John Baptist of Rougeou, built in the 12th century, is a typical example of Romanesque architecture. It is distinguished by its unique nave, narrower semicircular choir, and slightly broken triumphal arch. The walls, built in rubble, reserve the cut stone to the corner links and window frames. Until the 14th century, it depended on an ecclesiastical seigneury attached to the Commandery of Saint Mark d'Orléans, stressing its importance in the medieval religious network of the region.

In the 19th century, the church was disused and its nave sold to be converted into a barn. Changes were made to adapt the building to agricultural use, including its sanctity. Despite this transformation, the choir, classified as Monument Historique in 1986, and the nave, registered the same year, still bear witness to its medieval past. Today, the building is divided between communal and private property, with an approximate location at 1 Road from Billy to Rougeou.

The accuracy of its location is considered satisfactory a priori (note 6/10), and its current state questions its accessibility to the public. The protected elements include the choir (classified) and the nave (registered), reflecting a desire to preserve this Romanesque heritage despite its past and current mixed use. No information is available on any site-related visits, rentals or accommodation.

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