Initial construction 1859 (≈ 1859)
First church built by Charles Need.
1865-1866
Reconstruction of the church
Reconstruction of the church 1865-1866 (≈ 1866)
Completely rebuilt building in the Gothic Revival style.
3 août 2001
Registration historical monument
Registration historical monument 3 août 2001 (≈ 2001)
Official classification of the building.
2004-2009
Installation of liturgical furniture
Installation of liturgical furniture 2004-2009 (≈ 2007)
Brass work by Jacques Dieudonné.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Church in total (Box AO 685): registration by decree of 3 August 2001
Key figures
Charles Besoin - Architect
Designer of the first church in 1859.
Jacques Dieudonné - Sculptor
Author of liturgical furniture (2004-2009).
Origin and history
The Church of Saint Vincent of Ustaritz is a Catholic religious building located in the commune of Ustaritz, in the department of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques. Built in a neo-Gothic style, it is dedicated to Saint Vincent, patron saint of winemakers, thus reflecting the importance of viticulture in the region.
The first church, erected in 1859 by architect Charles Neighboring, was completely rebuilt between 1865 and 1866. This monument, marked by its 19th century architecture, was listed as historical monuments on 3 August 2001. His brass liturgical furniture, created between 2004 and 2009 by the sculptor Jacques Dieudonné, adds a contemporary touch to this historical heritage.
The Church of Saint Vincent is part of the religious and cultural landscape of the Basque Country, where religious buildings play a central role in community life. At the time of its construction, the region was marked by a rural economy, especially wine-growing, and a strong Basque cultural identity, which may have influenced the dedication and style of the building.
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