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The parish church Saints-Gervais-et-Protais rises in the heart of the medieval village of Saint-Gervais-sur-Mare, near the former seigneurial castle. Its Romanesque construction, begun in the Middle Ages, continued until the thirteenth century. The building now retains medieval walls under the coatings, despite a fire that occurred during religious wars. The elevations were rebuilt from 1600, combining a single nave with three vaulted spans of a broken arched cradle and a flat bedside choir, vaulted in a full-cindered cradle.

The funeral chapel of Peter, known as Tristan Guilhem II, the great senechal of France, is distinguished by its flamboyant decor, exceptional in the department. The murals of the vault, made by Jacques Pauthe (1809-1889), also adorn other regional religious buildings such as the Cathedral of Perpignan or the Collège de Lautrec. This painter marked the 19th century by his work on sacred decorations, contributing to the heritage richness of the church.

Classified as a historic monument since 2017, the church belongs to the commune. Its architecture thus combines Romanesque heritage, post-war religious transformations and 19th century beautifications, illustrating nearly a thousand years of local history. The accuracy of its location is considered satisfactory, and its current state reflects successive restorations while preserving original medieval elements.

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