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Origin and history

The Saint-Médard church of Tournehem-sur-la-Hem is a religious building whose origins date back to the 15th century, with works of enlargement or modification carried out in the 17th and 18th centuries. This monument, located in the department of Pas-de-Calais, reflects the architectural and religious evolutions of the region over centuries. Its registration as a Historic Monument in 1974 reflects its heritage importance and the desire to preserve this local heritage.

The location of the church, at 306 Rue Saint-Gilles, is considered satisfactory, with an accuracy estimated at 7 out of 10. Owned by the commune, it is an integral part of the historical landscape of Tournehem-sur-la-Hem, a village in Hauts-de-France marked by a rural and religious history. Parish churches like Saint-Médard played a central role in community life, serving as a place of worship, gathering and spiritual support for the inhabitants.

The inscription of the church of Saint-Médard by decree of 28 August 1974 covers specifically the parish building, identified under cadastre A 337. This legal protection aims to preserve the architectural and historical elements of the building, while allowing its continued use by the community. Available data from sources such as Monumentum confirm its protected heritage status, without providing additional details on specific events or characters related to its history.

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