Construction begins XIIe siècle (≈ 1250)
Medieval origin of the religious building.
17 avril 1926
Registration of the bell tower
Registration of the bell tower 17 avril 1926 (≈ 1926)
Protection for historical monuments.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Clocher: registration by order of 17 April 1926
Key figures
Jean Weinbaum - Glass painter
Author of seven modern stained glass windows.
Origin and history
The church Saint-Médard d'Ailly is a religious monument located in the commune of Ailly, in the department of Eure in Normandy. Built from the twelfth century, it is a typical example of medieval ecclesiastical architecture in this region. Its bell tower, registered as historic monuments by order of 17 April 1926, bears witness to its heritage importance.
The church's stained glass windows are a notable feature: seven of them were made by painter Jean Weinbaum (1926-2013), bringing a modern artistic touch to this historic place. These artistic elements contrast with the medieval origin of the building, illustrating the evolution of cultural and religious practices over the centuries.
Saint-Médard Church, owned by the commune of Ailly, is a place of worship and a local heritage accessible to the public. Its precise location, 1 Avenue des Tilleuls, and its Insee code (27005) confirm its anchoring in the territory of Eure, Normandy. Available sources, such as Wikipedia and Monumentum, highlight its role in the religious and architectural landscape of the region.
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