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Origin and history

The simultaneous church of Sainte-Anne de Zollingen is a religious building located in the municipality of Sarrewerden, in the Greater East Region. This type of monument, known as a "simultaneous" monument, is characterized by its shared use among several Christian communities, often Catholic and Protestant. These churches have emerged in areas marked by changes of sovereignty or mixed populations, especially after the wars of Religion or treaties re-drawing borders.

Sarrewerden, located near the Franco-German border, has had a complex history linked to its successive membership of different territories. Simultaneous churches were common there, reflecting the coexistence of populations of different denominations. These places of worship played a central role in community life, serving as a gathering point and symbol of unity despite religious differences.

Their architecture and internal organization were often adapted to allow separate celebrations under one roof.