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The Saint-Pierre de Fontaine-Étoupefour Church is a Catholic religious building located in the municipality of the same name, in the department of Calvados, Normandy. Built mainly in the 12th and 15th centuries, it embodies medieval Christian architecture of Lower Normandy, with probable Romanesque and Gothic influences, although not detailed in the available sources.

The church was listed as historic monuments by order of 16 May 1927, thereby recognizing its heritage value. This status protects its integrity and demonstrates its importance in the local cultural landscape. The sources also mention that it is owned by the municipality, but do not specify any modifications or restorations after its construction.

In medieval times, parish churches like Saint Peter played a central role in the lives of rural communities. They served not only as a place of worship, but also as a framework for social gatherings, collective decisions and local celebrations. In Normandy, a region marked by a strong agricultural identity and a feudal past, these buildings often reflected the prosperity or difficulties of the surrounding villages.

Available data do not provide information on sponsors, architects or specific historical events related to this church. Its exact address, 4 Rue aux Hervieu, and its Insee code (14274) confirm its territorial anchor in Calvados, near Caen. No mention is made of tourist visits or contemporary uses in the sources consulted.

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