Church of Saint Simon and Saint Jude à Planrupt en Haute-Marne

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Origin and history

The church of Saint-Simon and Saint-Jude, located in Planrupt in the Great East, is a modest rural building whose nave dates back to the second half of the 12th century. It is situated in a medieval context marked by the proximity of Montier-en-Der Abbey, three kilometres away. Its initial architecture, typical of country churches, has been enriched over the centuries by additions such as murals, partially preserved, dated 15th or 16th centuries.

In the 18th century, two large bays were pierced in the southern wall of the nave in 1771, changing its interior lighting. The most radical transformation took place between 1823 and 1825, under the direction of architect Didier Perret. The latter gives him a neo-classical style by extending the nave, erecting a bell tower and rebuilding the choir with a three-sided apse. These works reflect the architectural and liturgical developments of the time.

Surrounded by its cemetery, the church occupies a central place in the village, illustrating its social and religious role in the local community. Classified as a Historic Monument in 2016, it is now owned by the municipality. Its history thus combines medieval heritage, modern adaptations and territorial anchor, typical of the rural churches of Champagne-Ardenne.

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