Construction of church XVe siècle (≈ 1550)
Period of main construction of the monument.
19 septembre 1928
Registration for Historic Monuments
Registration for Historic Monuments 19 septembre 1928 (≈ 1928)
Official protection of the building by order.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Church: registration by decree of 19 September 1928
Origin and history
The Saint-Vigor Church of Saint-Vigor-des-Mézerets is a Catholic religious building built in the 15th century. It is located in the village of Saint-Vigor-des-Mézerets, in the department of Calvados, Normandy. Its architecture and history reflect the medieval heritage of this region, marked by a strong ecclesiastical presence and a rural life organized around parishes.
The building was listed as a Historic Monument on September 19, 1928, recognizing its heritage value. This official protection aims to preserve the architectural and historical characteristics of the church, which reflect the constructive and religious practices of the 15th century. Further information on its history or subsequent transformations is not available from the sources consulted.
Calvados, where Saint-Vigor-des-Mézerets is located, was in medieval times a mainly agricultural area, with villages structured around their parish churches. These buildings served not only as places of worship, but also as community centres, hosting gatherings, religious festivals and social events. The church of Saint-Vigor is in this context, although the details specific to its local role are not documented in current sources.
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