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The church of Saint-Martin in Ouzouer-sur-Trézée is a Catholic religious building located in the Loiret department, in the Centre-Val de Loire region. Dating mainly from the 13th century, it has a characteristic architecture of this period, with three naves and a square apse, supplemented by a lateral bell tower to the left of the apse. Although some sources evoke a partial origin in the 12th century, its current structure largely reflects the constructive techniques of the 13th century. The building was classified as historic monuments in 1910, recognizing its heritage and architectural value.

Inside the church houses remarkable furniture, including four 16th century wood paintings depicting the apostles Saint John, Saint Barthélémy, Saint Philip and Saint Simon. These works, classified as historical monuments, stand alongside liturgical elements of the 17th and 18th centuries, such as a pulpit to be preached, a work bench, and three altarpieces (chapelle de la Vierge, chapel Saint John, high altar). These objects reflect the evolution of local religious and artistic practices over centuries.

The location of the church, 5 Place de l'Eglise in Ouzouer-sur-Trézée, makes it a central point of the village, as evidenced by the precise coordinates referenced in the Merimée base. Owned by the municipality, the building remains an active place of worship while constituting an accessible heritage, although the practical information on visits or associated services (rent, guest rooms) is not detailed in the available sources. Its ranking among the historical monuments of the Loiret underlines its importance in the religious and architectural landscape of the region.

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