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Origin and history

The church of Saint Martin de Cortiambles, located in Givry in Saône-et-Loire, dates from the first half of the 12th century. Its existence was attested as early as the 13th century, and repairs were mentioned in 1782, although its porch disappeared before the 18th century. The building, from plan to Latin cross, was abandoned in the 19th century before being listed for historical monuments on 19 March 1941.

In 1977, the Association for the Safeguard of the Church of Cortiambles (ASDEC) was founded to preserve the heritage. Restoration work, particularly on the bell tower, is being carried out with the help of the spring association. In 1997, a 99-year emphyteotic lease was signed between the owners and the municipality of Givry, entrusting the administration of the church to the municipality.

The church, today closed to worship, remains a Romanesque architectural testimony in Burgundy-Franche-Comté. Its registration in 1941 and restoration efforts illustrate its local heritage importance. The available sources (Wikipedia, Monumentum) confirm its status as an ancient rural church, typical of the medieval buildings of the region.

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