Initial construction XIIe siècle (≈ 1250)
Romanesque period of the original building.
2e moitié XVIe siècle
Major renovations
Major renovations 2e moitié XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Renaissance additions to the existing structure.
17 mai 1933
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 17 mai 1933 (≈ 1933)
Protection of the choir, apse and ordeal.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Choir, apse, ordeal: inscription by order of 17 May 1933
Key figures
Information non disponible - No character cited
Sources insufficient to identify historical actors.
Origin and history
The church of Saint-Pierre de Cuverville, located in the department of Eure in Normandy, is a religious building whose origins date back to the twelfth century, with major changes during the second half of the sixteenth century. This monument thus illustrates two distinct architectural periods, combining Romanesque elements with later additions, characteristic of the Renaissance.
The church has been listed as a Historic Monument since a decree of 17 May 1933, which specifically protects its choir, apse and calvary. These elements, considered remarkable, bear witness to the artistic and spiritual evolution of the region. The property of the building belongs to the municipality of Cuverville, as stated by the Mérimée base.
The location of the church, in the village of Cuverville (Insee code 27194), is documented with an accuracy deemed satisfactory (level 7/10). Although practical information about the visits or services offered is not detailed in the available sources, its status as a protected monument suggests a recognized heritage interest. The data come mainly from the Monumentum database and internal archives, supplemented by approximate GPS coordinates.
In medieval and modern times, parish churches like Saint-Pierre de Cuverville played a central role in community life. They served not only as a place of worship, but also as a gathering point for local decisions, religious holidays and important events in the village. In Normandy, a region marked by a strong rural identity and intense cultural exchanges, these buildings often reflected the social and economic dynamics of their time.
The absence of specific references to sponsors, architects or specific historical events related to this church limits the knowledge of its detailed history. However, its inscription in the title of Historical Monuments underlines its importance in the Norman heritage, particularly for its architecture and its preserved furniture.
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