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Origin and history

The church of Saint-Michel de Frasne, located in Frasne-les-Meulières in the Jura, is a religious building dating back to the 16th and 18th centuries. It embodies the sacred architecture of these periods, marked by stylistic influences peculiar to the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. Its inscription as a Historical Monument by decree of 21 June 1988 bears witness to its heritage value and the desire to preserve this local heritage.

The construction of the church is part of a historical context where religious buildings played a central role in community life. In the 16th century, the region, then under Burgundy and then French influence, saw the development of parish churches designed to gather the faithful and to affirm the presence of the Church in the villages. In the 18th century, modifications or additions could be made, reflecting the architectural and liturgical evolutions of the era. These buildings served not only as places of worship, but also as social and cultural landmarks for the inhabitants.

The Saint-Michel church, owned by the municipality of Frasne-les-Meulières, is located at the approximate address of 1 Rue Saint-Michel. Its location, noted as "a priori satisfactory" (level 7/10), allows to situate it precisely in the urban fabric of the village. The protected elements, as defined by the 1988 inscription, relate to the entire building (cadastre AB 8), emphasizing its importance in the local built heritage. No information is available about its current accessibility, its tourist vocation or possible ancillary functions such as room rental or accommodation.

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