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Origin and history

The church Saint-Remi de Xouaxange, located in the Moselle department in the Grand East region, is a religious building dating back to the 12th century. This monument has undergone major transformations over the centuries, notably in the 2nd quarter of the 16th century and in the 2nd quarter of the 18th century, reflecting the architectural changes and liturgical needs of each era. Its Renaissance portal and its tower, inscribed in the Historical Monuments by decree of 31 December 1980, bear witness to the artistic richness of the modern period, while its medieval structure recalls its anchor in the Lorrain Middle Ages.

The location of the church at 2 Rue de l'Eglise in Xouaxange (code INSEE 57756) is documented in the Merimée database, although geographical accuracy is considered fair (note 5/10). Owned by the municipality, the building retains a local heritage value, linked to its central role in religious and community life for nearly nine centuries. Available sources (Monumentum, internal data) highlight its historical importance, but do not specify its current accessibility (visits, rentals, etc.).

The historical context of Xouaxange, a Mosellan village integrated with Lorraine and then with the Great East, is marked by a traditional rural economy, where parish churches like Saint-Remi served as a social and spiritual hub. In the 16th century, the Lorraine Renaissance influenced religious architecture, as evidenced by the church portal, while in the 18th century, classical changes reflected the tastes of the era. These transformations illustrate the permanent adaptation of cultural buildings to the needs of the populations and to the dominant artistic currents.

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